{"product_id":"oo-western-crusader-br-green-syp-d1004","title":"OO Western Crusader BR Green SYP D1004","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOO Western Crusader – BR Green SYP D1004\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeaturing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eClassic Western Region Diesel:\u003c\/b\u003e OO scale “Western Crusader” D1004 finished in British Rail green with SYP (small yellow panel) detailing, representing early-era Western Class diesel-hydraulic express operations.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eScale \u0026amp; Gauge Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e OO scale (1:76); suitable for OO gauge track systems.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eConstruction \u0026amp; Detail:\u003c\/b\u003e Injection-moulded plastic body with finely printed livery and authentic Western Class profile; non-powered unless specified by variant.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLayout Integration:\u003c\/b\u003e Standard OO couplings for compatibility with early BR coaching stock and transition-era freight formations.\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 Western Class (Class 52) – D1004 “Western Crusader”\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLivery:\u003c\/b\u003e BR Green with Small Yellow Panels (SYP)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Injection-moulded plastic\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e Factory printed detailing\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 Depends on variant (typically OO DC\/DCC-ready if motorised)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompatibility Notes:\u003c\/b\u003e Compatible with OO gauge coaching stock and freight wagons\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/b\u003e One OO scale locomotive\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinished Model Dimensions (Approximate):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNot specified by manufacturer.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect For:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOO gauge railway modellers recreating British Rail Western Region operations in the steam-to-diesel transition era, early diesel express services, and classic BR green mainline scenes.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this model matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Western Class diesel-hydraulics were among the most distinctive locomotives of the British Rail Western Region, introduced to replace steam on express services. D1004 “Western Crusader” in BR green with small yellow panels represents the earliest phase of their service life, before full adoption of later BR blue livery.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis model is ideal for historically accurate 1960s layouts, capturing the prestige and individuality of Western Region express traction during a key transitional period in British rail history.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlace on OO gauge track and couple to compatible coaching stock or freight wagons. Ensure couplings are properly aligned before operation. If motorised, follow manufacturer guidance for DC or DCC operation. No assembly required.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis is a plastic model. It is not a toy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dapol","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44474271334556,"sku":"D4D003019","price":329.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/D4D003019-1.webp?v=1727372679","url":"https:\/\/www.harveynorman.lol\/products\/oo-western-crusader-br-green-syp-d1004","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}