{"product_id":"n-m7-0-4-4-br-late-crest-lined-black-30245","title":"N M7 0-4-4  BR Late Crest Lined Black 30245","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eN M7 0-4-4T – BR Late Crest Lined Black 30245\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\u003eHistoric Steam Tank Locomotive:\u003c\/b\u003e N scale M7 0-4-4T steam locomotive finished in British Railways lined black livery with the Late Crest emblem, representing the final years of Southern Region steam operations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eN Gauge Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Designed for N gauge (9mm) track systems, making it ideal for compact yet highly detailed layouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAuthentic BR Detailing:\u003c\/b\u003e Features accurately applied lining, BR Late Crest insignia, and locomotive number 30245 for period-correct appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReady-to-Run Operation:\u003c\/b\u003e Factory assembled and ready for service straight from the box.\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\u003eScale:\u003c\/b\u003e N Scale (1:148)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGauge:\u003c\/b\u003e N Gauge (9mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eClass:\u003c\/b\u003e M7 0-4-4T\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNumber:\u003c\/b\u003e 30245\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLivery:\u003c\/b\u003e British Railways Lined Black with Late Crest\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\u003ePaint\/Glue:\u003c\/b\u003e Not required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePower:\u003c\/b\u003e Electric motor powered via track\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRecommended Age:\u003c\/b\u003e 14+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompatibility Notes:\u003c\/b\u003e Suitable for N gauge track systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/b\u003e One N scale M7 steam locomotive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinished Model 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\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect For:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eN gauge railway modellers recreating Southern Region branch lines, commuter services, station pilot duties, and British Railways steam operations during the 1950s and early 1960s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this model matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M7 class was one of the most successful tank locomotive designs inherited by British Railways from its Southern predecessors. Renumbered into the BR fleet, locomotives such as 30245 continued serving suburban passenger routes, branch lines, and shunting duties well into the final years of steam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BR lined black livery with Late Crest represents the twilight era of steam on Britain's railways, making this locomotive an excellent choice for historically accurate post-war layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the locomotive on compatible N gauge track and operate using a suitable controller. Pair it with Southern Region coaches, branch line stock, or station pilot duties to recreate authentic BR-era operations. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for running-in and maintenance.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a scale model locomotive. It is not a toy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dapol","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44474271137948,"sku":"D2S016011","price":197.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/D2S016011-1.webp?v=1727973308","url":"https:\/\/www.harveynorman.lol\/products\/n-m7-0-4-4-br-late-crest-lined-black-30245","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}