Bachmann 38-404A

SR 25T 'Pill Box' Brake Van BR Departmental Olive Green (Weathered)

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Prototype Eras
Era 5 (1956 to 1966) British Railways Late Crest
Era 6 (1967 to 1972) British Rail Blue (Pre-TOPS)
Era 7 (1972 to 1982) British Rail Blue (TOPS)

Manufacturer description

Catalogue listing

Brand
Bachmann
Range
Branchline
Product Code
38-404A
GTIN
803393043735
RRP
£44.95
Release date
November 2022

Model details

Tooling date
2012
Livery
BR Departmental Grey
Minimum radius
Radius 1
Realistic load
No
Scale
OO Gauge (1:76 Scale)
Coupling mount
NEM pockets
Coupling type
Tension lock
Chassis construction
Lightweight
Finish
Weathered

Prototype information

In service until
1950s
Main duties
Freight
Operated by
Southern Railway
British Railways
Type of vehicle
Brake Van
Wheel configuration
4-wheel
Build dates
1930s
Builder
Southern Railway
Wagon type
Brake Van (CA)
TOPS classification
Southern Railway 25t 'Pill Box' Brake Van

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Bachmann SR 25T ‘Pill Box’ Brake Van is a model railway item representing a British Rail departmental brake van in olive‑green livery, shown with weathered finish.

The model measures 108 mm in length and carries the manufacturer part number 38‑404A. It is supplied in a weathered colour scheme, with the side panels finished in BR Departmental Grey.

The vehicle depicted is from the British Rail Blue era, prior to the introduction of the TOPS classification system. It is intended for use by operators and collectors of British Rail rolling stock.

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