{"product_id":"ho-nswgr-venetian-red-russet-set-140-1949-mid-1950s-6-car-set","title":"HO NSWGR - Venetian Red \u0026 Russet Set 140 (1949 - Mid 1950s) - 6 Car Set","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHO NSWGR - Venetian Red \u0026amp; Russet Set 140 (1949 - Mid 1950s) - 6 Car Set\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\u003eAuthentic Set 140 Livery:\u003c\/b\u003e HO scale rolling stock finished in classic NSWGR Venetian Red and Russet scheme, representing post-war New South Wales Government Railways passenger operations from 1949 to the mid-1950s.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e6 Car Passenger Formation:\u003c\/b\u003e Full-length consist designed to replicate long-distance and intercity services of the early diesel and late steam era.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eScale \u0026amp; Gauge Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e HO scale (1:87); suitable for standard HO gauge track systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eConstruction \u0026amp; Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Injection-moulded plastic bodies with finely printed lining, lettering, and period-correct detailing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLayout Integration:\u003c\/b\u003e Standard HO couplings for seamless connection to compatible NSWGR locomotives and heritage 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\u003eModel:\u003c\/b\u003e NSWGR Set 140 Venetian Red \u0026amp; Russet 6 Car Passenger Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Injection-moulded plastic\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 None\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompatibility Notes:\u003c\/b\u003e Compatible with HO scale NSWGR steam and early diesel locomotives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/b\u003e Six HO scale passenger cars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e HO scale railway modellers recreating post-war Australian passenger services, early modernisation-era NSWGR operations, or expanding heritage-themed layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this model matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Venetian Red and Russet livery of Set 140 represents a significant post-war era in New South Wales rail history. It reflects the NSWGR’s efforts to modernise passenger services while maintaining a distinctive and elegant visual identity across its long-distance fleet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis 6-car formation captures the scale and presence of mid-century passenger trains that operated across regional and intercity routes, making it a strong centrepiece for heritage layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a ready-to-run HO scale passenger set. Simply place the cars on compatible HO gauge track and couple them to an appropriate NSWGR locomotive using standard HO couplings. Designed for smooth operation and realistic historical layout building. No assembly, paint, or glue is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a plastic model. Assembly, paint, and glue are not required. It is not a toy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Auscision Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44906195976348,"sku":"AMNPS21","price":900.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/AMNPS21.jpg?v=1746202316","url":"https:\/\/www.harveynorman.lol\/products\/ho-nswgr-venetian-red-russet-set-140-1949-mid-1950s-6-car-set","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}