HO 81 Class SRA Mk2 8176 - DCC Sound delivers authentic Australian diesel locomotive performance with factory-fitted digital sound, exceptional detailing, and ready-to-run operation for HO scale layouts.
Featuring:
- Prototype Accuracy: Faithfully reproduces 81 Class locomotive No. 8176 in the State Rail Authority (SRA) Mk2 livery with finely applied paintwork and crisp printed detailing.
- DCC Sound Equipped: Factory-fitted DCC sound decoder provides realistic engine sounds, horn, lighting functions, and smooth digital operation.
- HO Scale Compatibility: Built to HO scale (1:87) for operation on standard 16.5mm HO gauge track.
- Ready-to-Run: Fully assembled with standard HO couplings for immediate operation on compatible analogue or DCC layouts.
Technical Specifications:
- Scale: HO (1:87)
- Prototype: 81 Class Locomotive No. 8176
- Livery: State Rail Authority (SRA) Mk2
- Control: DCC Sound (factory fitted)
- Material: Injection-moulded plastic with die-cast components
- Assembly: Ready-to-run
- Paint/Glue: Not required
- Recommended Age: 14+
- Power Requirement: HO scale track power
- Compatibility Notes: Operates on HO gauge track; DCC compatible and suitable for analogue operation where supported by the manufacturer.
- Included: One HO scale 81 Class locomotive with factory-fitted DCC sound
Perfect for: HO scale railway modellers recreating State Rail Authority operations, New South Wales freight services, and Australian diesel-era layouts.
Why this model matters
The 81 Class became the flagship heavy freight locomotive of the State Rail Authority of New South Wales during the 1980s, hauling container, grain, coal, and general freight across the state's rail network. Locomotive 8176 in the SRA Mk2 livery represents this important period in Australian railway history, while the factory-fitted DCC sound system provides an immersive operating experience with authentic locomotive sounds and lighting effects.
How to use it
Place the locomotive on compatible HO gauge track and operate it using a DCC controller to enjoy the full range of sound and lighting functions. It can also be used on compatible analogue layouts where supported by the manufacturer. Pair it with HO scale freight wagons to recreate realistic Australian freight operations.
This is a ready-to-run model locomotive. It is not a toy and is recommended for collectors and modellers aged 14 years and over.