Last Updated: 9 June 2025

Is EFE Rail Class 17 8512 (E84505) DCC Ready?

Photo of EFE Rail Class 17

This loco is DCC ready

It is usually just a matter of removing the body and plugging a 6-pin or Next18 decoder into the factory-fitted socket. We can also supply decoders and fit them for you, quickly and cheaply.

Check out our Price List for 'DCC Ready' fitting services in the 'DCC Conversion' section. These models are also often good candidates for DCC Sound Conversion.


Model

Manufacturer EFE Rail
Catalogue Number E84505
Model Year Introduced
Catalogue Page(s)
Running Number 8512
Name
Operator
Livery Blue
Scale N
DCC Ready (Next18)
Directional Lighting Yes
Finish Pristine
Length 114 mm
Min. Curve
Details

Prototype

Class Class 17
Traction Diesel
Year(s) Built 1962-1965
Total Produced 117
Transmission Electric