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Bachmann 38-952A

BR 12T Palvan BR Bauxite (Weathered)

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Prototype Era
Era 5 (1956 to 1966) British Railways Late Crest

Manufacturer description

Whilst the 12 Ton ‘Palvan’ may not be regarded as one of BR’s more successful wagon designs, having suffered from uneven wear to the running gear caused by uneven loading, leading to their early withdrawal, a OO scale model of this vehicle with its distinctive appearance has been an obvious omission from the Bachmann Branchline range until now.

The new Bachmann Branchline tooling allows a range of ‘Palvan’ models to be produced, depicting the various differences incorporated into the different build lots and during their service lives, for example this ‘Palvan’ is fitted with eight shoe clasp brakes, roller bearings and OLEO buffers. With a high level of detail across the model, separately-fitted parts include the door hold open brackets, handrails and chalk boards on each side and end. The bufferbeams sport separate lamp brackets, vacuum pipe brackets and coupling hooks, and the chassis features a full complement of brake gear, including optional brake pulls and safety loops. Standard tension lock couplings are fitted via NEM pockets whilst optional accessories include the vacuum brake pipe and Instanter couplings.

 

MODEL FEATURES:

• Bachmann Branchline OO Scale
• Era 5
• Weathered BR Bauxite (Early) livery
• Running No. B782042
• Eight Shoe Clasp Brakes
• Roller Bearings
• OLEO Buffers
• Accessory Pack
• NEM Coupling Pockets
• Length 87mm

Catalogue listing

Model details

Prototype information

Bachmann has released a new model of the British Railways 12t 'Palvan' Pallet Van in OO scale. This model features a weathered finish and is finished in Bauxite livery. It is part of the Branchline range and is modelled to represent a vehicle from the British Railways Late Crest period.

The model features a high level of detail, including separately-fitted parts such as door hold open brackets, handrails, and chalk boards. The bufferbeams are also detailed with separate lamp brackets, vacuum pipe brackets, and coupling hooks. The chassis includes a full complement of brake gear, including optional brake pulls and safety loops.

This particular model is of the variant with eight shoe clasp brakes, roller bearings, and OLEO buffers. It is fitted with a standard tension lock coupling via NEM pockets, and optional accessories include a vacuum brake pipe and Instanter couplings. The model is 87mm in length and has a running number of B782042. It is part of the Era 5 range and is intended to represent a vehicle from the British Railways Late Crest period.