{"product_id":"hobbyboss-1-72-german-dampflokomotive-br86-82914-wwii-german-steam-locomotive-railway-model-kit-nz-stock","title":"HobbyBoss 1\/72 German Dampflokomotive BR86 82914 WWII German Steam Locomotive Railway Model Kit NZ Stock","description":"\u003cp\u003e• 1\/72 scale German Dampflokomotive BR86 plastic model kit by HobbyBoss (Kit No. 82914)\u003cbr\u003e• Represents the historic Deutsche Reichsbahn Class 86 (BR 86) steam locomotive, widely used on German railways during World War II\u003cbr\u003e• The German term Dampflokomotive means steam locomotive\u003cbr\u003e• Developed as a versatile standardised tank locomotive (Einheitslokomotive) for passenger, freight and branch-line railway operations\u003cbr\u003e• Features the distinctive 2-8-2T wheel arrangement, consisting of four coupled driving axles, a leading axle and a trailing axle\u003cbr\u003e• Captures the characteristic large steam boiler, smokebox, chimney, side-mounted water tanks and enclosed driver's cab\u003cbr\u003e• Unlike tender locomotives, the BR86 carried its water and coal supplies directly on the locomotive\u003cbr\u003e• Designed for efficient operation on secondary railway lines, including routes with relatively tight curves\u003cbr\u003e• The original BR86 was developed during the late 1920s, with production beginning in 1928\u003cbr\u003e• Approximately 775 BR86 locomotives were constructed between 1928 and 1943\u003cbr\u003e• Equipped with a two-cylinder superheated steam engine driving the coupled wheels\u003cbr\u003e• The original locomotive had a maximum operating speed of approximately 70 km\/h\u003cbr\u003e• Designed to handle both passenger and freight trains across Germany's extensive railway network\u003cbr\u003e• The BR86 became a familiar sight on German branch lines, industrial railways and regional transport routes\u003cbr\u003e• During World War II, German railway locomotives played an essential role in transporting military supplies, equipment, personnel and civilian freight\u003cbr\u003e• BR86 locomotives operated within the wider German railway system supporting wartime logistics\u003cbr\u003e• The design combined relatively compact dimensions with useful hauling power and operational flexibility\u003cbr\u003e• Following WWII, surviving BR86 locomotives continued operating in both East and West Germany\u003cbr\u003e• Several examples have been preserved by railway museums and heritage railway organisations\u003cbr\u003e• 1\/72 scale provides an impressive railway modelling subject suitable for military and historical dioramas\u003cbr\u003e• Ideal for collectors of WWII German railway equipment, steam locomotives, military logistics and historic European railways\u003cbr\u003e• Excellent companion to German railway wagons, WR 360 diesel locomotives, BR52 steam locomotives and WWII military vehicles\u003cbr\u003e• Suitable for wartime railway stations, military supply depots, industrial yards and European railway dioramas\u003cbr\u003e• Can be displayed as a standalone locomotive or incorporated into a larger historical railway scene\u003cbr\u003e• Offers excellent opportunities for realistic black locomotive finishes, red running gear, metallic details and weathered steam engine components\u003cbr\u003e• Ideal for adding coal dust, soot deposits, oil stains, rust streaks and railway grime for an authentic operational appearance\u003cbr\u003e• The exposed driving wheels, connecting rods and steam locomotive machinery provide an interesting painting and detailing project\u003cbr\u003e• A distinctive addition to any WWII railway collection, representing an important example of German steam locomotive engineering and railway transport history\u003cbr\u003e• Kit supplied unpainted and unassembled\u003cbr\u003e• Glue and paint not included\u003cbr\u003e• Recommended for experienced modellers aged 14+\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hobbyboss","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51957149696246,"sku":"82914","price":66.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/3227\/7238\/files\/82914.jpg?v=1792229655","url":"https:\/\/www.imaginefleet.co.nz\/products\/hobbyboss-1-72-german-dampflokomotive-br86-82914-wwii-german-steam-locomotive-railway-model-kit-nz-stock","provider":"Imaginefleet Hobby","version":"1.0","type":"link"}