{"product_id":"ho-81-class-national-rail-8117","title":"HO 81 Class National Rail 8117","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHO 81 Class National Rail 8117 delivers authentic Australian interstate freight operations with premium detailing and ready-to-run performance for HO scale layouts.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeaturing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrototype Accuracy:\u003c\/b\u003e Faithfully reproduces 81 Class locomotive No. 8117 in the distinctive National Rail livery with finely applied paintwork and crisp printed detailing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSmooth Ready-to-Run Operation:\u003c\/b\u003e Factory-assembled locomotive designed for reliable performance on compatible HO gauge layouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHO Scale Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Built to HO scale (1:87) for operation on standard 16.5mm HO gauge track.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLayout Integration:\u003c\/b\u003e Fitted with standard HO couplings for easy operation with compatible Australian HO scale freight rolling stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eScale:\u003c\/b\u003e HO (1:87)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrototype:\u003c\/b\u003e 81 Class Locomotive No. 8117\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLivery:\u003c\/b\u003e National Rail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Injection-moulded plastic with die-cast components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAssembly:\u003c\/b\u003e Ready-to-run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePaint\/Glue:\u003c\/b\u003e Not required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRecommended Age:\u003c\/b\u003e 14+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePower Requirement:\u003c\/b\u003e HO scale track power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompatibility Notes:\u003c\/b\u003e Compatible with HO gauge track and standard HO rolling stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/b\u003e One HO scale 81 Class locomotive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e HO scale railway modellers recreating National Rail, interstate freight, and modern Australian mainline operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this model matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 81 Class has been one of Australia's most successful heavy freight locomotive classes, hauling intermodal, grain, coal, and general freight services across New South Wales and interstate routes. Locomotive 8117 in National Rail livery represents the transition to nationally coordinated freight operations during the 1990s, making it an ideal addition to contemporary Australian railway layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the locomotive on compatible HO gauge track and operate it using your analogue or DCC control system, depending on the model configuration. Couple it to suitable HO scale freight wagons to recreate realistic Australian interstate freight services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a ready-to-run model locomotive. It is not a toy and is recommended for collectors and modellers aged 14 years and over.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SDS Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46523821850780,"sku":"SDS081332","price":334.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/SDS081332.webp?v=1773766694","url":"https:\/\/www.harveynorman.lol\/products\/ho-81-class-national-rail-8117","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}