{"product_id":"oo-br-stanier-5mt-black-5-44748-late-caprotti","title":"OO BR  Stanier 5MT Black 5  44748 Late Caprotti","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOO BR Stanier 5MT Black 5 No. 44748 (Late Caprotti) delivers a rare and technically distinctive variant of Britain’s most versatile mixed-traffic steam locomotive for OO gauge layouts.\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\u003eSpecialised Caprotti-Fitted Locomotive:\u003c\/b\u003e Detailed model of Stanier Class 5MT “Black 5” No. 44748 featuring late-period Caprotti valve gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOO Scale Accuracy:\u003c\/b\u003e Built to OO scale (1:76) for reliable operation on standard OO gauge track.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReady-to-Run:\u003c\/b\u003e Fully assembled, painted, and finished in British Railways late crest livery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDistinct Mechanical Detail:\u003c\/b\u003e Caprotti gear adds unique visual character compared to standard Black 5 variants.\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\u003eWheel Arrangement:\u003c\/b\u003e 4-6-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRailway Company:\u003c\/b\u003e British Railways (Late Crest)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLocomotive Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 44748\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eClass:\u003c\/b\u003e Stanier Class 5MT “Black 5”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eValve Gear:\u003c\/b\u003e Caprotti\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDesigner:\u003c\/b\u003e Sir William Stanier\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 Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Electric model locomotive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRecommended Age:\u003c\/b\u003e 14+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTrack Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e OO gauge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e OO gauge modellers representing late British Railways steam operations and collectors interested in experimental locomotive engineering variations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this kit matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Caprotti-fitted Black 5 locomotives represent an experimental phase in British steam development, where alternative valve gear systems were tested to improve efficiency and performance. No. 44748 is one of the most well-known examples, combining the proven Black 5 design with advanced Italian Caprotti valve gear technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis variation highlights British Railways’ efforts in the 1950s to extend steam viability through engineering innovation during the early diesel transition era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the locomotive and tender on powered OO gauge track and operate using DC or DCC control systems if fitted. Suitable for mixed traffic duties including passenger services, freight trains, and express relief workings.This is a detailed scale model intended for collectors. It is not a toy and is recommended for ages 14 and above.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hornby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44981845459100,"sku":"R30389","price":394.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/R30389.jpg?v=1755051459","url":"https:\/\/www.harveynorman.lol\/products\/oo-br-stanier-5mt-black-5-44748-late-caprotti","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}