Hudson 4 Wheel Wooden Bodied Three Plank Open Wagon Kit

Hudson 4 Wheel Wooden Bodied Three Plank Open Wagon Kit

Details:

Add a classic industrial wagon to your narrow gauge fleet with the Dundas Models Hudson 4 Wheel Wooden Bodied Three Plank Open Wagon Kit. Designed for OO9 narrow gauge layouts, this detailed kit recreates a widely used wooden-bodied open wagon built by Robert Hudson for industrial, contractor's and narrow gauge railway use.

The kit features finely moulded plastic body and chassis components with pinpoint metal wheels, accurately capturing the simple yet practical design of this versatile freight wagon. A distinctive feature of the prototype was its removable sides and ends, allowing faster loading and unloading of bulky or awkward cargo. Ideal for painting, weathering and custom finishing, it is perfectly suited to carrying coal, stone, timber, machinery and general goods on industrial, quarry and heritage railway layouts.

Assembly and painting are required to complete the model. Couplings are not included and should be fitted separately to suit your preferred OO9 standard. Designed for use on OO9 narrow gauge model railway layouts.

Features:

• OO9 narrow gauge Hudson three plank wagon kit.
• Detailed plastic body and chassis.
• Includes pinpoint metal wheels.
• Removable side and end design on the prototype.

Contents:

• Plastic body and chassis components.
• Pinpoint metal wheels.
• Assembly instructions.

Historical Background

During the early twentieth century, Robert Hudson Ltd of Leeds became one of Britain's leading manufacturers of narrow gauge rolling stock, supplying wagons to quarries, construction projects, military railways and industrial companies around the world. Their practical wagon designs were renowned for their durability, ease of maintenance and adaptability to a wide range of duties.

The three plank open wagon was among Hudson's most versatile designs. Built with removable sides and ends, it could be quickly adapted for transporting everything from loose minerals and coal to timber, machinery and other oversized loads. This flexibility made it a popular choice on industrial and contractor's railways, with many examples remaining in service for decades and later finding homes on preserved narrow gauge lines.