{"product_id":"n-m7-0-4-4-british-railways-lined-malachite-30038","title":"N M7 0-4-4 British Railways Lined Malachite 30038","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eN M7 0-4-4T – British Railways Lined Malachite 30038\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 Southern Region Tank Locomotive:\u003c\/b\u003e N scale M7 0-4-4T steam locomotive finished in British Railways lined malachite green livery as No. 30038, representing the early nationalisation era of Britain's railways.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eN Gauge Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Designed for N gauge (9mm) track systems, ideal for compact layouts with authentic Southern Region operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAuthentic Period Detailing:\u003c\/b\u003e Features finely applied lining, accurate numbering, and detailed bodywork reflecting the appearance of the prototype during the late 1940s and early 1950s.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReady-to-Run Operation:\u003c\/b\u003e Factory assembled and ready for immediate use on compatible N gauge layouts.\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 30038\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLivery:\u003c\/b\u003e British Railways Lined Malachite Green\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 passenger services, branch line operations, commuter railways, and early British Railways layouts from the late 1940s and early 1950s.\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 Southern Railway's most enduring tank locomotive designs, continuing in service after nationalisation in 1948. Locomotive 30038 represents the early British Railways period when many former Southern Railway locomotives retained the attractive malachite green livery before later repainting into standard BR colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts combination of historical significance and elegant livery makes this model an excellent addition to layouts depicting the transition from the Southern Railway to British Railways.\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 trains, or station pilot duties to recreate authentic early BR operations. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations regarding running-in and routine 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":44474271105180,"sku":"D2S016008","price":209.49,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/D2S016008-1.webp?v=1727973300","url":"https:\/\/www.harveynorman.lol\/products\/n-m7-0-4-4-british-railways-lined-malachite-30038","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}