5 Plk China Clay Wagon Set (3) BR Bauxite Tent Canopy Wthd

5 Plk China Clay Wagon Set (3) BR Bauxite Tent Canopy Wthd

Model

Set of three 1:148 Scale models produced by Graham Farish. These models ar ready to run and will make a great addition to any model railway collection.

Model Features

• 1:148 Scale Model
• Graham Farish N Scale
• Era 7
• Weathered BR Bauxite (TOPS) livery
• Running Nos. B743029, B743367 & B743806
• Accessory Pack
• Length 3 x 46mm (over couplings)
• This model is best suited to 227mm radius curves
• This model is if fitted with NEM style couplings

Contents

• 3 x Graham Farish Wagons

Details

China Clay Wagons were closely associated with Cornwall, home to the world’s largest kaolin deposits, first discovered in 1746 by William Cookworthy. The booming industry made Cornwall a leading global supplier of china clay, essential for ceramics, paper, and other industries. As railways expanded, specialised wagons were introduced to transport clay efficiently from the mines to local and distant markets, including the Staffordshire potteries. These wagons featured robust construction to cope with heavy bulk loads and frequent handling. Ideal for period layouts, they bring historical accuracy and industrial realism to model railway scenes, reflecting Cornwall’s enduring contribution to the clay trade.