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Bachmann 37-943A

3 Plank Wagon BR Departmental Bauxite (TOPS) (Weathered)

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Prototype Era
Era 7 (1972 to 1982) British Rail Blue (TOPS)

Manufacturer description

Britain’s railways were developed primarily to move freight and over time, a wide range of wagons were developed to suit the varied cargo that the railway companies had been contracted to transport. Among them were short wheelbase, 3 plank open wagons which had hinged sides allowing them to be lowered, aiding the loading and unloading of cargo. The goods carried by such wagons was varied and could range from loose loads like minerals and aggregate to crates, barrels and even single pieces of machinery or equipment. Basically, anything that could tolerate being exposed to the elements could be carried, although loads could also be sheeted if necessary to offer some protection from weather and general railway dirt.

The 3 Plank Wagon depicted by this Bachmann Branchline model is created using an injection moulded wagon body, incorporating hinges along each edge and with securing chains represented at each corner. The wooden deck of the wagon is depicted with crisp engraving to define the separate wooden planks, and this level of detail extends to the wagon’s planked sides, both on the inner and outer faces. Below the solebar the W irons, axleboxes and springs are all reproduced to great effect, complete with separate brakes and brake levers. The model runs on 3-hole disc wheels which are of metal construction whilst metal buffer heads and cosmetic coupling hooks adorn the bufferbeams. Authentic colours and typefaces are employed during the livery application process, completing this high-fidelity model.

 

MODEL FEATURES:

• Bachmann Branchline OO Scale
• Era 7
• Weathered BR Departmental Bauxite livery
• Running No. DB457271
• NEM Coupling Pockets
• Length 87mm (over couplings)

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Prototype information

Bachmann's Branchline model of a 3 Plank Wagon is a detailed representation of a British Rail wagon from the TOPS era. This type of wagon was used to transport a variety of goods, including minerals, aggregate, crates, and machinery, that could withstand exposure to the elements.

The model features an injection moulded body with hinges along the edges and securing chains at each corner. The wooden deck and sides are accurately depicted with crisp engraving, while the underside shows detail such as W irons, axleboxes, springs, brakes, and brake levers.

Key features of the model include 3-hole disc wheels made of metal, metal buffer heads, and cosmetic coupling hooks. The livery is applied using authentic colours and typefaces, and the model is finished in a weathered BR Departmental Bauxite livery.

The model is designed for OO scale and is suitable for Era 7. It has a running number of DB457271 and features NEM coupling pockets. The length of the model is 87mm over the couplings.