{"product_id":"auscision-n-class-n471-v-line-pass-mk1-red-blue-white-city-of-benalla-ho-scale","title":"AUSCISION N Class N471 V\/Line Pass MK1 - Red\/Blue\/White (City of Benalla) HO Scale","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"70\" data-end=\"131\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"70\" data-end=\"129\"\u003eN471 V\/Line Pass MK1 – Red\/Blue\/White (City of Benalla)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"133\" data-end=\"464\"\u003eThis HO scale model of the V\/Line N Class passenger locomotive \u003cstrong data-start=\"196\" data-end=\"204\"\u003eN471\u003c\/strong\u003e, finished in the vibrant Red\/Blue\/White \u003cem data-start=\"245\" data-end=\"262\"\u003eCity of Benalla\u003c\/em\u003e livery, combines exceptional running performance with highly detailed scale fidelity. Ready-to-run from the box, it is ideal for both operators and collectors of modern Australian diesel locomotives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"466\" data-end=\"707\"\u003eA 5-pole skew-wound motor with twin brass flywheels provides smooth, reliable slow-speed control, while the heavy die-cast chassis with all-wheel drive and electrical pickup ensures traction and dependable operation across all track types.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"1073\"\u003eThe model is DCC-ready via a factory-fitted 21-pin socket and includes sound-ready speaker enclosures for easy decoder installation. LED lighting is fully functional, with operating headlights, number box lights, red\/white marker lights, and ditch lights on applicable versions. Manual switches on the chassis allow independent control of all lighting functions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1578\"\u003eEtched brass detailing includes windscreen wipers, side mirrors, numberplates, nameplates, and see-through vent grilles, complemented by metal wire hand grab irons, durable POM side handrails, and scale metal knuckle couplers. Blackened RP25-110 metal wheels, highly detailed bogies with separately applied parts, and a fully detailed cab interior complete with painted driver figures add to the realism. Under-chassis piping, sanding pipes, air hoses, and MU hoses further enhance scale authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1746\"\u003eWith five accurately tooled body variations and six liveries across the range, this N Class passenger locomotive is a superb addition to any modern HO scale layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1769\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1767\"\u003eModel Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"2454\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"1787\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1772\" data-end=\"1787\"\u003eHO Scale 1:87\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1788\" data-end=\"1804\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1790\" data-end=\"1804\"\u003eReady-to-run\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1805\" data-end=\"1867\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1807\" data-end=\"1867\"\u003e5-pole skew-wound motor with twin brass flywheels (12V DC)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1868\" data-end=\"1907\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"1907\"\u003eAll-wheel drive \u0026amp; electrical pickup\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1908\" data-end=\"1934\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1910\" data-end=\"1934\"\u003eHeavy die-cast chassis\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1935\" data-end=\"1965\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"1965\"\u003ePCB with 21-pin DCC socket\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1966\" data-end=\"2005\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1968\" data-end=\"2005\"\u003eSound-ready with speaker enclosures\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2006\" data-end=\"2102\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"2008\" data-end=\"2102\"\u003eOperating LED headlights, marker lights, number box lights \u0026amp; ditch lights (where applicable)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2103\" data-end=\"2142\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"2105\" data-end=\"2142\"\u003eManual lighting switches on chassis\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2143\" data-end=\"2175\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"2145\" data-end=\"2175\"\u003eScale metal knuckle couplers\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2176\" data-end=\"2220\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"2178\" data-end=\"2220\"\u003eEtched brass and metal wire detail parts\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2221\" data-end=\"2274\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"2223\" data-end=\"2274\"\u003eDetailed cab interior with painted driver figures\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2275\" data-end=\"2317\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"2277\" data-end=\"2317\"\u003eBlackened metal disc wheels (RP25-110)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2318\" data-end=\"2394\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"2320\" data-end=\"2394\"\u003eHighly detailed bogies with separately applied factory-fitted components\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2395\" data-end=\"2454\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"2397\" data-end=\"2454\"\u003eFactory painted and decorated with laser-sharp printing\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"AUSCISION","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45630178427041,"sku":"ACM-N-19","price":349.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/9754\/files\/N-19A.jpg?v=1767906479","url":"https:\/\/www.hearnshobbies.com\/products\/auscision-n-class-n471-v-line-pass-mk1-red-blue-white-city-of-benalla-ho-scale","provider":"Hearns Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}