The Eureka Models HO 40 Class NSWGR Diesel Type 2 4010 Green Non-Sound is a highly detailed HO scale model of a classic Australian locomotive.
Here’s a summary of information regarding this model:
Availability & Price:
- This specific model (4010 Green Non-Sound) appears to be out of stock at most retailers that previously carried it, such as ScaleModelCo Hobby Centre and , where it was priced around A$325.00 – A$329.99.
- Australian Modeller also lists it as sold out at a price of A$330.00.
- Eureka Models themselves state that “Reasonable stocks of Green livery left” for some 40 Class models, but specifically for 4010 Non-Sound, it’s generally listed as sold out or unavailable.
- You might find it on the secondary market (e.g., eBay), but pricing and condition would vary.
Features (based on the 40 Class range):
- Scale: HO Scale
- Region: Australian (NSWGR – New South Wales Government Railways)
- Power: DC (with an 8-pin socket for DCC decoder fitting, but no speakers installed for non-sound versions)
- Lighting: Directional lighting (operable on both DC and DCC)
- Prototype: Based on the Alco RSC-3 design, these were the first mainline diesel-electric locomotives introduced in NSW.
Reviews & Impressions:
- Generally, Eureka Models are known for their excellent detail and good representation of the prototype.
- A review on Platform1mrc.com for a DCC sound version of a Eureka 40 Class noted that the model is “very good” with “excellent” pulling power, easily handling multiple wagons.
- Some older reviews or discussions might mention initial jerky running on DC, but this tends to settle down.
- A common suggestion is to replace the factory couplers with long shank Kadees to avoid buffer lock on curves.
- For non-sound versions, the option to add a DCC sound decoder and speakers (like ESU LokSound 5 with a custom sound project) is recommended by some for a more immersive experience.
In essence, if you’re looking for this specific model, you’ll likely need to search on auction sites or hobby forums for pre-owned versions, as new stock appears to be largely depleted.
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