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Bachmann 37-944

3 Plank Wagon North Eastern Railway 'NE' Grey

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Prototype Era
Era 3 (1923 to 1947) The Big Four (LNER, LMS, GWR and SR)

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.

This model forms part of our new Railway Celebrations range, launched to mark the 200th anniversary of the rail revolution brought about when the Stockton & Darlington Railway opened in September 1825. At the creation of the Big 4 in 1923, the former Stockton & Darlington Railway came under the control of the London & North Eastern Railway (LNER) and wagons such as this would have seen use across the North East of England and further afield.

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 split spoked 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 3
• Pristine LNER Grey livery
• Running No. 800055
• NEM Coupling Pockets
• Length 87mm (over couplings)

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Prototype information

The Bachmann Branchline 3 Plank Wagon in LNER Grey is a OO scale model representing a British Railways 3 Plank Wagon. The model has a length of 87mm and features a NEM coupling. It is part of the Railway Celebrations range, launched to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the Stockton & Darlington Railway, which was opened in September 1825.

The model depicts a 3 Plank Wagon with hinged sides, allowing for the loading and unloading of cargo. It is designed to represent wagons that were used by the London & North Eastern Railway (LNER) in the North East of England and beyond.

The model features a detailed design, including a wooden deck with engraved planks, planked sides, W irons, axleboxes, springs, separate brakes, and brake levers. The wheels are split spoked and made of metal, while the buffer heads and coupling hooks are also metal. The livery is applied in authentic colours and typefaces.

The model is suitable for Era 3, which represents the period of the Big Four rail companies, including the LNER, LMS, GWR, and SR. It is a high-fidelity model with a focus on accuracy and detail.