Last Updated: 9 June 2025
Kato Class 800 EM13 Motor Decoder Install
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This guide shows how to install the Kato EM13 decoder into the Kato N Gauge Class 800 models. It is possible to fit any small decoder in these models, essentially by following the guide that shows how to install a sound decoder into the motorized centre car, but using a non-sound decoder.
This guide covers all versions of the Kato N Gauge Class 800 models, which are identical other than the liveries applied:
- Class 800/0 800021 in GWR Green (5-car set) (10-1671)
- Class 800/0 800010 'Michael Bond' in GWR Green with Paddington Bear branding (5-car set) (10-1673)
- Class 800/2 800209 in LNER white/red (5-car set) (10-1674)
- Class 800/1 800113 in LNER white/red (9-car set) (10-1675)