Featuring:

• Detail & Finish: Detailed locomotive body finished in Indian Pacific livery with finely moulded panels and printed markings characteristic of the GE C30‑7 L262 locomotive.
• Drive & Performance: All‑wheel drive with a central motor and flywheels for consistent traction on standard HO gauge track, typical of Frateschi GE C30‑7 models.
• Control & Compatibility: DC analogue operation compatible with standard HO DC layouts.
• Couplings & Integration: Standard HO couplers fitted for straightforward connection to passenger and freight rolling stock.

Model Dimensions (Approximate):

• Scale: HO
• Gauge: 16.5 mm standard HO gauge

Technical Specifications:

• Brand: Frateschi
• Model Type: Locomotive
• Assembly: Ready‑to‑run

Ideal for modellers building a detailed HO scale passenger or mixed‑traffic layout, or collectors seeking to expand an Australian prototype roster with accurate scale appearance and seamless layout integration.

Why this model matters

The GE C30‑7 L262 in Indian Pacific service is an iconic Australian long‑distance passenger locomotive. This model provides a highly detailed and operationally reliable representation for HO scale layouts depicting transcontinental operations.

How to use it

Place the locomotive on compatible HO gauge DC track, ensure wheels and track are clean for smooth operation, control via a DC analogue controller for speed and direction, check couplings with adjacent rolling stock for reliable connection, and store carefully to preserve detailing and finish.