Description
Prototype
These humdrum hoppers provided the backbone of coal trains across the UK from their introduction in the 1950s until their withdrawal in the mid 1980s, when they were among the last unfitted wagons on BR.
They also represented the first foray into the O gauge world for us, being well received by modellers of 7mm outline and finding home on their most famous layouts, such as Pete Waterman's "Leamington Spa" and "Heaton Lodge Junction". It even won the Model Rail magazine "O Gauge Rolling Stock Model of the Decade" after its first release in 2019.
Model Features
- Compensated Axle Boxes
- Die Cast Chassis for ideal weight
- 3 link metal coupling chain with sprung coupling hook
- Profile wheels and axles with brass bearing pockets
- Metal sprung buffers
- Etched Steel factory fitted detailing
- Extra fine factory fitted detail plastic parts
- Extra fine factory fitted Pipework
- Individual lettering, logos and codes from real wagons for authenticity
Specifications
| Item Number | ACC1032-HUO-O-L |
|---|---|
| Scale | 1:43 |
| Running Number | B333850 |
| Livery | BR Grey |