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Dapol 4F-017-020

Lime Wagon Minera 134 Weathered

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Prototype Era
Era 3 (1923 to 1947) The Big Four (LNER, LMS, GWR and SR)

Manufacturer description

The production of lime is an ancient process and reflects the importance the product has played in human development through the ages. Lime is a key ingredient in building materials such as mortar and cement, it is also an essential ingredient in many chemical processes, from the food industry to the manufacture of steel and bleach.

Moreover, prior to major industrialisation lime has also played an important role in agriculture as a soil pH regulator and conditioner and no doubt these covered lime wagons would have been a regular sight in areas of major agriculture.

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Prototype information

The Dapol Lime Wagon Minera 134 is a model train item representing a lime wagon from the Minera Lime Company Ltd. The model is weathered, giving it a realistic appearance.

The model is available in OO gauge and is designed for use on curves with a minimum radius of 1. It features a NEM/Tension Lock coupling, allowing for secure attachment to other trains.

The lime wagon is a representation of a type of wagon that would have been used to transport lime, a key ingredient in various industries such as construction, food, and manufacturing. The production of lime has been an important process throughout history, dating back to ancient times.

The model itself is highly detailed, with features including profiled spoked wheels, a finely detailed body and chassis, and finely printed graphics. The model is 82mm in length, 33mm in width, and 48mm in height.

The model is designed to be a representation of the Big Four railway era, which spanned the period from the 1920s to the 1940s. During this time, lime wagons like the one depicted would have been a common sight on British railways.