{"product_id":"n-class-121-w55026-br-blue-grey","title":"N Class 121 W55026 BR Blue\/Grey","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eN Class 121 W55026 BR Blue\/Grey\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeaturing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrototype Unit:\u003c\/b\u003e British Rail Class 121 single-car diesel railcar, running number W55026, finished in BR Blue\/Grey livery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eScale \u0026amp; Gauge Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e N scale (1:148); designed for use on N gauge (9mm) track systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDetailed Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Accurately applied BR Blue\/Grey livery with fine body detailing, glazing, and printed markings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePowered Operation:\u003c\/b\u003e Motorised unit suitable for branch line, local passenger, and heritage railway operations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eModel Dimensions (Approximate):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eScale:\u003c\/b\u003e N (1:148)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGauge:\u003c\/b\u003e 9mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLength:\u003c\/b\u003e Approximately 135mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eClass:\u003c\/b\u003e British Rail Class 121\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRunning Number:\u003c\/b\u003e W55026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLivery:\u003c\/b\u003e BR Blue\/Grey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePower Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Injection-moulded plastic with metal components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAssembly:\u003c\/b\u003e Ready-to-run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDCC Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e DCC-ready or DCC-compatible depending on production version\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRecommended Age:\u003c\/b\u003e 14+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTrack Requirement:\u003c\/b\u003e N gauge (9mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/b\u003e One powered Class 121 railcar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e N scale railway modellers recreating British Rail branch line services, regional passenger operations, and late-era DMU workings from the 1980s and 1990s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this model matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Class 121 \"Bubble Car\" was developed for lightly used passenger routes where operating a full train would be impractical. These single-car railcars became some of the longest-serving diesel multiple units in Britain, remaining in service well into the privatisation era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eW55026 in BR Blue\/Grey represents the later British Rail period when these versatile units were a familiar sight on branch lines and local services. Their compact size and distinctive appearance make them ideal for smaller layouts and authentic regional operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the railcar on compatible N gauge track and operate it using a suitable controller. The unit can run independently on branch line services or alongside other passenger stock appropriate to the era being modelled. Regular cleaning of wheels and track will help maintain reliable running performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a detailed scale model designed for collectors and railway modellers. It is not a toy.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dapol","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44474269696156,"sku":"D2D009008","price":264.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/D2D009008-1.webp?v=1727799700","url":"https:\/\/www.harveynorman.lol\/products\/n-class-121-w55026-br-blue-grey","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}