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Bachmann 38-954A

BR 12T Palvan 'Johnnie Walker Whisky' Green

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Prototype Era
Era 8 (1983 to 1994) British Rail Sectorisation

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 Morton Brakes and the associated tie-bar, oil axleboxes 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. 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 8
• Pristine ‘Johnnie Walker Whisky’ Green livery
• Running No. JW6062
• Morton Brakes
• Oil Axleboxes
• OLEO Buffers
• Accessory Pack
• NEM Coupling Pockets
• Length 87mm

Catalogue listing

Model details

Prototype information

The Bachmann Branchline OO scale model of a British Rail 12T Palvan 'Johnnie Walker Whisky' Green wagon has been released. The model features a pristine finish and is numbered JW6062. It is part of the Branchline range and is intended to represent a wagon from the British Rail Sectorisation period.

The model is a representation of the 12T 'Palvan' pallet van, which was a wagon type that suffered from issues with its running gear due to uneven loading. However, this model allows for the depiction of the various build lots and modifications made to the wagons during their service lives. The 'Johnnie Walker Whisky' Green livery is a distinctive feature of this model.

The model has a high level of detail, with separately-fitted parts including door hold open brackets, handrails, chalk boards, and lamp brackets. The bufferbeams also feature separate vacuum pipe brackets and coupling hooks. Standard tension lock couplings are fitted via NEM pockets, and optional accessories include a vacuum brake pipe and Instanter couplings.

Key features of the model include Morton brakes, oil axleboxes, OLEO buffers, and a full complement of brake gear. The model is 87mm in length and is compatible with NEM couplings.