{"product_id":"n-m7-0-4-4-southern-black-246","title":"N M7 0-4-4 Southern Black 246","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eN M7 0-4-4T – Southern Railway Black No. 246\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\u003eClassic Southern Railway Tank Locomotive:\u003c\/b\u003e N scale M7 0-4-4T steam locomotive finished in Southern Railway black livery as No. 246, representing an important period in Southern railway operations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eN Gauge Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Designed for N gauge (9mm) track systems, ideal for detailed branch line, suburban, and station layouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAuthentic Historical Detailing:\u003c\/b\u003e Features accurately applied Southern Railway livery, numbering, and fine locomotive detailing faithful to the prototype.\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 246\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLivery:\u003c\/b\u003e Southern Railway Black\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 Railway branch lines, suburban passenger services, station pilot operations, and pre-nationalisation railway scenes.\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 versatile and successful tank locomotive designs. Originally built for the London and South Western Railway, these locomotives continued to serve under Southern Railway ownership, handling commuter services, branch line trains, and shunting duties across the south of England.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSouthern Railway black livery represents a distinctive period in the locomotive's working life and offers an attractive alternative to the more familiar green liveries, making it an excellent addition to historically accurate layouts depicting the inter-war years.\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 Railway passenger coaches or branch line stock to recreate authentic services. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations regarding running-in procedures and routine maintenance.\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":44474271072412,"sku":"D2S016007","price":209.49,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/D2S016007-1.webp?v=1727973292","url":"https:\/\/www.harveynorman.lol\/products\/n-m7-0-4-4-southern-black-246","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}