Wooden Hopper Plain Brown 25

Wooden Hopper Plain Brown 25

Model

1:76 Scale model produced by Rapido Trains. This model is ready-to-run and will make a great addition to any model railway collection.

Model Features

• 1:76 Scale Model
• 009 Wooden Hopper
• Plain Brown No.25
• Metal Wheels
• High level of detail above and below the floor line
• High quality livery application
• UK designed
• This model is best suited to 183mm radius curves
• This model is fitted with NEM style couplings

Details

Maximise freight capacity on your layout with these detailed narrow gauge deep wagons, designed to reflect the practical engineering solutions used for bulk material transport. In real-world operation, deeper wagons allowed railways to move greater volumes in a single trip, significantly improving efficiency when hauling raw materials from pit or quarry to processing or exchange sidings.

These versatile wagons are ideal for modelling a wide range of traffic, not just coal. They were commonly used for stone, sand, metals, slate, china clay, scrap, ash, and even agricultural materials such as manure. This makes them an essential addition to any industrial, quarry, mining, or rural narrow gauge layout.

With their heavy-duty appearance and practical design, these wagons bring operational realism and variety to freight trains. Whether forming part of a mineral train or mixed goods consist, they provide authentic modelling opportunities across multiple eras and industries.

The D1341 Low D versions also include optional Williams Pattern sheet rail fittings, supplied in both raised and ‘at rest’ positions, allowing modellers to choose the correct operational appearance. Perfect for enthusiasts seeking historically accurate and operationally versatile freight stock.