{"product_id":"oo-ruston-165de-ncb-dark-green-no-45-dcc-ready-18-pin","title":"OO Ruston 165DE NCB Dark Green No. 45 DCC Ready 18 Pin","description":"\u003cp\u003eOO Ruston 165DE NCB Dark Green No. 45 DCC Ready 18 Pin is a detailed OO‑gauge diesel locomotive model designed for realistic railway modelling and layout operation on OO gauge layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeaturing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDetail \u0026amp; Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Authentic National Coal Board dark green livery with running number 45 applied to a finely moulded Ruston 165DE body suitable for OO scale scenes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eControl \u0026amp; Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e DCC‑ready with an 18‑pin decoder socket, allowing installation of a compatible decoder for digital control while also operable on analogue DC layouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCouplings \u0026amp; Integration:\u003c\/b\u003e Fitted with NEM tension‑lock couplings, ensuring compatibility with standard OO rolling stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eModel Dimensions (Approximate):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLength:\u003c\/b\u003e 88 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eScale:\u003c\/b\u003e OO (1:76)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGauge:\u003c\/b\u003e 16.5 mm\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\u003eBrand:\u003c\/b\u003e Heljan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eModel Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Diesel Locomotive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEra \/ Prototype:\u003c\/b\u003e Ruston \u0026amp; Hornsby 165DE industrial locomotive in National Coal Board service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eControl System:\u003c\/b\u003e DCC‑ready \/ Analogue DC compatible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDecoder Interface:\u003c\/b\u003e 18‑pin socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMinimum Curve Radius:\u003c\/b\u003e Radius 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLighting:\u003c\/b\u003e Interior lighting features\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCoupler Type:\u003c\/b\u003e NEM \/ tension‑lock couplings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePower Source:\u003c\/b\u003e Track‑powered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAssembly:\u003c\/b\u003e Ready‑to‑run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/b\u003e Diesel locomotive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for modellers building industrial or shunting scenes on OO layouts, and for operators seeking a compact, authentic industrial diesel with flexible control options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this model matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ruston 165DE was a widely used industrial locomotive type, and this NCB dark green No. 45 example adds unique character to OO gauge layouts representing industrial sidings, collieries, and private railways. Its DCC‑ready design with interior lighting enhances both visual appeal and operational flexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace on clean OO gauge track and operate with an analogue DC controller for basic running. For digital operation, install a suitable 18‑pin DCC decoder into the socket before use. Ensure wheels and track are clean for reliable electrical pickup, and check couplings before connecting other rolling stock.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heljan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43683447308444,"sku":"HJN9771","price":279.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/HJN9771-1.jpg?v=1734133729","url":"https:\/\/www.harveynorman.lol\/products\/oo-ruston-165de-ncb-dark-green-no-45-dcc-ready-18-pin","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}