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Bachmann 38-875

BR 12T 'Vanwide' Ventilated Van BR Departmental Olive Green

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Prototype Eras
Era 7 (1972 to 1982) British Rail Blue (TOPS)
Era 8 (1983 to 1994) British Rail Sectorisation

Manufacturer description

We are excited to present the new Bachmann Branchline model of the BR 12 Ton ‘Vanwide’ Ventilated Van, finished in BR Departmental Olive Green livery. Not previously available in OO scale, this Branchline models depicts the ‘Vanwide’ ventilated vans which were built to provide a wider door opening that the standard BR vans of the time which had hinged doors – the wider opening allowing pallets to be loaded and unloaded. With a similar specification to the new Branchline VEA, the Vanwide is made from all-new tooling and raises the bar in terms of detail and fidelity when it comes to OO scale vans. The highly detailed body includes separate wire handrails, separate lamp irons & end boards, and two variations of door runner (smooth or ribbed), whilst the underframe is a work of art with separate components fitted to represent the air brake gear, turned metal buffers and optional brake hangers and ties.

 

 MODEL FEATURES:

• Bachmann Branchline OO Scale
• Era 7
• Pristine BR Departmental Olive Green livery
• Running No. DB783392
• Ribbed Door Runners
• Accessory Pack
• NEM Coupling Pockets
• Length 87mm

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Prototype information

Bachmann has released a new model of the BR 12 Ton 'Vanwide' Ventilated Van in OO scale. This model, part of the Branchline range, is finished in BR Departmental Olive Green livery and features a running number of DB783392. The model is a representation of the ventilated vans built to provide a wider door opening than the standard BR vans of the time.

The 'Vanwide' model is made from all-new tooling and features a highly detailed body with separate components, including wire handrails, lamp irons and end boards. The underframe is also detailed, with separate air brake gear, turned metal buffers and optional brake hangers and ties. The model has a length of 87mm and is fitted with NEM coupling pockets.

This model is part of the Era 7 range, which represents the British Rail Blue period. The model is available with ribbed door runners and an accessory pack.