{"product_id":"oo-class-17-br-blue-fye-8538-weathered","title":"OO Class 17 BR Blue FYE 8538 Weathered","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOO Class 17 BR Blue FYE 8538 Weathered delivers a distinctive piece of British Rail diesel history for OO gauge enthusiasts and collectors of unusual locomotive classes.\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\u003eAuthentic Weathered Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Factory-applied weathering captures the hard-working appearance of a Class 17 locomotive during its final years of service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBR Blue with Full Yellow Ends:\u003c\/b\u003e Finished in British Rail Blue livery with Full Yellow Ends (FYE), accurately representing late-era Class 17 operations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHighly Detailed Model:\u003c\/b\u003e Features finely moulded bodywork, detailed cab areas, grilles, handrails, and realistic underframe components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSmooth Running Performance:\u003c\/b\u003e Precision-engineered drive system provides reliable operation for freight services and industrial railway scenes.\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 British Rail Class 17\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRunning Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 8538\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLivery:\u003c\/b\u003e BR Blue with Full Yellow Ends (Weathered)\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 Class 17 locomotive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e OO gauge railway modellers recreating British Rail freight operations of the 1960s and 1970s, diesel enthusiasts, and collectors of rare locomotive classes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this kit matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe British Rail Class 17, commonly known as the \"Clayton\", was developed to meet British Rail's requirement for a lightweight Type 1 diesel locomotive. Although the class had a relatively short operational life, it became one of the most distinctive locomotives produced during the British Rail Modernisation Plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocomotive 8538 in weathered BR Blue with Full Yellow Ends reflects the appearance of these locomotives during their later years, working freight services before eventual withdrawal. The Class 17 remains a fascinating chapter in British railway history and is highly sought after by enthusiasts due to its rarity and unique design.\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 ideally suited to freight trains, industrial layouts, and transition-era British Rail scenes. Regular wheel and track cleaning will help maintain reliable running 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":"Hand Made Accessories","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46965785067676,"sku":"HJN1729","price":294.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/HJN1729.jpg?v=1780417868","url":"https:\/\/www.harveynorman.lol\/products\/oo-class-17-br-blue-fye-8538-weathered","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}