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Bachmann 39-801A

BR Mk1 BSO Brake Second Open BR Maroon

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

Manufacturer description

The British Railways Mk1 was the designation given to BR’s first standard design of main line coaching stock, and one of its most successful. Built from 1951 until the early 1960s to augment and replace the array of ‘Big Four’ and earlier ‘pre-grouping’ designs inherited from the LMS, LNER, GWR and SR, BR took the best features from several of these types to produce the new steel-bodied design. As a result, the Mk1 was stronger and safer than any of the inherited types that came before.

Vehicles providing standard accommodation, with first- or second-class seating, or a composite mix of the two, were built in their thousands, along with many specialist types each with their own dedicated purpose. Numerous different catering vehicles were built, offering as little as a counter service right through to a full restaurant dining experience, whilst vehicles which incorporated an area for the Guard were combined with passenger accommodation and varying spaces for the conveyance of luggage, newspapers and parcels. Sleeping cars were also included, along with various general merchandise and specialised Post Office vans – some of which were equipped with apparatus to allow mail to be collected and set down on the move. Such was their success that following withdrawal from BR service, Mk1 coaches have become the mainstay of preservation operations and hundreds of vehicles remain in service today with heritage railways, whilst several still run on the main line in charter formations.

The Bachmann Branchline Mk1 Coaches have long been the model of choice for the discerning enthusiast wishing to add the iconic Mk1 Coach to their collection and today, these models continue to provide OO scale modellers with the finest models, carrying all the hallmarks of this iconic design. The distinctive profile of the Mk1 coach is captured to a tee and on the roof, the finely moulded ventilators are complemented by separately fitted metal handrails and, where appropriate, toilet filler pipes. On the bodysides each door is complete with hinges, handles and even door bumper details, whilst even the sliding window ventilators are discernible. Footboards are present on the solebars below each door whilst the underframe sports a full complement of equipment, with the truss rod frames modelled in all their glory and flanked by battery boxes, vacuum cylinders, dynamo and, where appropriate, other auxiliary equipment.

The bogies are fitted with metal wheelsets, whilst the standard tension lock coupling is attached via a NEM coupling pocket to the close coupling mechanism that is fitted to the carriage floor, which operates in tandem with the bogie. Inside each model is an interior featuring the prototypical layout of tables and chairs, whilst the icing on the cake is the livery application, using authentic colours, logos and fonts to give every model an exquisite appearance.

New tooling has been developed to enable models of the Brake Second Open (BSO) to be offered as part of the flagship Bachmann Branchline Mk1 Coach range for the first time. These brand new models feature all the hallmarks of the Branchline Mk1, and offer era-appropriate details, such as the presence of end steps and the inclusion of roof periscopes. Bogies are now fitted with integrated metal wheel bearings and electrical pickups to aid those wishing to add features to their models which may require power.

 

MODEL FEATURES:

• Bachmann Branchline OO Scale
• Era 5
• Pristine BR Maroon livery
• Running No. E9277
• BR1 Bogies
• Roof Periscopes
• End Steps
• Accessory Pack
• NEM Coupling Pockets
• Close Coupling Mechanism
• Length 270mm

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Prototype information

Bachmann's OO scale BR Mk1 BSO Brake Second Open model is a new addition to their Branchline range. This model represents a vehicle from the British Railways period, specifically a Brake Second Open coach in pristine BR maroon livery, with running number E9277.

The Mk1 was a standard design of main line coaching stock introduced by British Railways in the 1950s, replacing earlier designs inherited from various railway companies. The Mk1 coaches were built to be stronger and safer than their predecessors, and they became a staple of the railway network, with thousands of vehicles built to provide standard accommodation, catering facilities, and other specialist types.

Bachmann's model of the Mk1 BSO coach features a detailed interior, with tables and chairs, and authentic livery application, including logos and fonts. The model is equipped with a NEM coupling and a close coupling mechanism, allowing for smooth operation with other models. The bogies are fitted with metal wheelsets and integrated metal wheel bearings, and the model features a range of detailed parts, including roof periscopes, end steps, and door details.

The model is part of Bachmann's Branchline range, which is known for its high level of detail and accuracy. It is suitable for Era 5, which covers the period from the late 1950s to the early 1960s. The model measures 270mm in length and is available in a variety of liveries and running numbers.