{"product_id":"oo-b4-0-4-0t-br-late-crest-30096-fr","title":"OO B4 0-4-0T BR Late Crest 30096 FR","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOO B4 0-4-0T BR Late Crest 30096 FR delivers authentic late British Rail steam-era shunting performance for OO gauge modellers and collectors of transitional period locomotives.\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\u003eBR Late Crest Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Finished in British Rail black with late crest insignia, representing the final period of BR steam and departmental operations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e0-4-0T Compact Tank Design:\u003c\/b\u003e Short wheelbase ideal for tight curves, dockside shunting, industrial sidings, and confined yard operations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHighly Detailed Construction:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes fine boiler fittings, cab detail, pipework, and underframe components for enhanced realism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrecision Low-Speed Control:\u003c\/b\u003e Designed for smooth shunting movements and accurate wagon placement in yard environments.\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 OO (1:76)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eClass:\u003c\/b\u003e B4 0-4-0T\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRunning Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 30096 FR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLivery:\u003c\/b\u003e BR Black – Late Crest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWheel Arrangement:\u003c\/b\u003e 0-4-0 Tank\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\u003eRecommended Age:\u003c\/b\u003e 14+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePower Requirement:\u003c\/b\u003e DC Analogue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTrack Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e OO Gauge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/b\u003e One OO scale steam locomotive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e OO gauge railway modellers recreating late BR steam operations, mixed traffic yards, departmental workings, and transitional-era British railway scenes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this kit matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe B4 0-4-0T class represents the small but essential shunting locomotives used across British Rail’s final steam and early diesel transition period. Their compact design allowed them to operate efficiently in restricted environments such as docks, depots, and goods yards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocomotive 30096 FR in BR late crest livery reflects the final phase of British Rail steam branding before full dieselisation. These locomotives often worked behind the scenes in freight yards and industrial sites, ensuring the smooth flow of wagon movements during a period of significant change in railway operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis ready-to-run locomotive can be placed directly onto compatible OO gauge track for immediate operation. It is especially suited to shunting wagons, assembling short freight trains, and working within compact yard layouts. Regular maintenance of wheels and track will ensure reliable performance.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a detailed scale model. Assembly, paint, and glue are not required. It is not a toy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dapol","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44474273628316,"sku":"D4S018005","price":204.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/D4S018005-1.webp?v=1728059415","url":"https:\/\/www.harveynorman.lol\/products\/oo-b4-0-4-0t-br-late-crest-30096-fr","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}