{"product_id":"oo-sr-m7-class-318","title":"OO SR M7 Class 318","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOO SR M7 Class 318\u003c\/b\u003e delivers authentic early 20th-century Southern Railway steam operation for compact branch line and suburban layouts, making it ideal for OO scale modellers recreating pre-nationalisation UK railways, commuter services, and heritage-inspired scenes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeaturing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrototype-Accurate M7 Design:\u003c\/b\u003e Faithfully represents the LSWR\/Southern Railway M7 0-4-4T tank locomotive, widely used on suburban and branch passenger services.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSouthern Railway Livery:\u003c\/b\u003e Historically accurate finish with fine printed detailing reflecting classic SR-era styling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompact Tank Engine Layout:\u003c\/b\u003e Designed for tight-radius branch lines, station pilots, and short passenger formations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReady-to-Run OO Model:\u003c\/b\u003e Fully assembled locomotive compatible with standard OO gauge track systems.\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 14.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWidth:\u003c\/b\u003e 3.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 5.0 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eScale:\u003c\/b\u003e OO (1:76)\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\u003eGauge:\u003c\/b\u003e OO gauge (16.5mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrototype:\u003c\/b\u003e LSWR \/ Southern Railway M7 Class 0-4-4T steam locomotive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRunning Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 318\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOperator:\u003c\/b\u003e Southern Railway\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePower Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Steam (model: track powered electric motor)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eControl System:\u003c\/b\u003e DC analogue compatible (DCC-ready if applicable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Injection-moulded plastic body with metal chassis 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\u003eModelling Tools:\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\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/b\u003e One OO gauge SR M7 Class locomotive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e OO scale railway modellers focused on Southern Railway operations, branch line steam layouts, and early British railway history scenes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this model matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M7 Class was a key suburban and branch line locomotive for the London \u0026amp; South Western Railway and later the Southern Railway. Known for reliability and versatility, locomotives like Class 318 were commonly used on short passenger services and shunting duties, making them ideal for compact layouts and authentic pre-grouping or Southern Railway themes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the locomotive on clean OO gauge track and operate using a DC controller (or DCC system if fitted\/converted). Ensure wheels and track are clean for best performance. No assembly, paint, glue, or modelling tools are required.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a ready-to-run OO scale steam locomotive. Paint, glue, and modelling tools are not required. It is not a toy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hornby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45573432017052,"sku":"R30418","price":358.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/R30418.webp?v=1763656970","url":"https:\/\/www.harveynorman.lol\/products\/oo-sr-m7-class-318","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}