{"product_id":"oo-british-gas-88ds-hilsea","title":"OO British gas 88DS Hilsea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOO :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} 88DS Hilsea Shunter\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeaturing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cb\u003eCompact Industrial Shunter:\u003c\/b\u003e OO scale 88DS diesel locomotive used for depot and yard movements, ideal for realistic industrial and freight terminal operations.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cb\u003eAuthentic British Gas Livery:\u003c\/b\u003e Detailed corporate branding and period-accurate finish reflecting utility railway operations and internal works locomotives.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cb\u003eOperational Reliability:\u003c\/b\u003e Designed for low-speed control and smooth shunting performance on OO gauge layouts.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cb\u003eLayout Integration:\u003c\/b\u003e Standard OO couplings for compatibility with wagons, coaches, and depot rolling stock.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eModel Dimensions (Approximate):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eScale:\u003c\/b\u003e OO (1:76)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGauge:\u003c\/b\u003e 16.5mm (OO gauge track)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLength:\u003c\/b\u003e Approx. 6–8 cm (compact industrial shunter class)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eScale:\u003c\/b\u003e OO (1:76)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eModel:\u003c\/b\u003e British Gas 88DS Hilsea Shunter\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eType:\u003c\/b\u003e Industrial diesel shunter locomotive\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Injection-moulded plastic with fine metal detailing (varies by manufacturer)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAssembly:\u003c\/b\u003e Ready-to-run\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePaint\/Glue:\u003c\/b\u003e Not required\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRecommended Age:\u003c\/b\u003e 14+\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePower Requirement:\u003c\/b\u003e OO gauge electric track powered locomotive\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDrive Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Diesel shunter configuration\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eController:\u003c\/b\u003e Compatible with standard analogue or DCC systems (if fitted version is supplied)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/b\u003e One OO scale British Gas 88DS Hilsea shunter\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e OO scale modellers creating industrial depots, freight terminals, or utility railway scenes with realistic yard operations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this model matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe 88DS shunter represents a class of compact industrial locomotives used in restricted depot environments and private sidings. In British Gas service, locomotives like this were essential for moving wagons within gas works and maintenance facilities, reflecting the behind-the-scenes logistics of Britain’s energy infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlace the locomotive on OO gauge track and connect to a suitable controller (analogue or DCC depending on specification). Use at low speeds for accurate shunting operations in yards and industrial scenes. Regular wheel and track cleaning is recommended for best performance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis is a detailed OO scale model locomotive. It is not a toy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hornby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45573431689372,"sku":"R30016","price":202.49,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/R30016-1.jpg?v=1763609693","url":"https:\/\/www.harveynorman.lol\/products\/oo-british-gas-88ds-hilsea","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}