Heljan have advised that their newly tooled O Gauge Ruston 48DS diesel shunting locomotives are now in production, with release expected during Q3 2024.
Get ready for Britain's 'best value' O gauge locomotive! With an SRP of just £199.00 these models offer incredible value for money and will be a perfect entry-level product for newcomers to the larger scales. But despite that competitive price, they haven’t skimped on the detail or features. All models enjoy a high-quality specification including robust die-cast construction, fine detail, 3-link couplings, etched mesh grilles, directional LED lights, Next18 DCC interface and a factor-fitted speaker.
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Product Features
Separately switchable headlamps
A fully detailed cab interior
Next18 DCC decoder interface
Factory-fitted speaker in the radiator section
Compact 5-pole motor with flywheel and super-low gearing for the ultimate in slow speed shunting control
Authentic cab and bufferbeam variations
Wire Handrails
Finely detailed chassis with chain drive and brake gear
Wire mesh radiator grille
Prototype Information
Over 200 of the diminutive Ruston 48DS were built between 1937 and 1967, becoming immensely popular for small industrial sites who couldn't afford the expense of a steam shunting locomotive or worked with hazardous materials where such a locomotive would be unsuitable. The design was also supplied to the War Department and variations in different gauges were supplied around the world.