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Dapol 4F-028-016

45 Ft Container Hi Cube P & O Ferry 008462 4 / 008032 4 Weathered

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Manufacturer description

The development of containerisation after World War II has led to a huge increase in international trade. This was a direct result of the increased security, greater flexibility and importantly reduced transport costs that using standardised containers for freight logistics offered. Containers have allowed the safe transportation of goods from supplier to purchaser with the goods themselves being handled only once, no matter how many forms of transport are used. Prior to containerisation goods would have to be handled at every node in the logistics chain from truck/train to boat/aeroplane to truck/train again and finally to customer. Containers come in five standard lengths 20ft, 40ft, 45ft, 48ft and 53ft, the latter two being more prevalent in the USA. Dapol model Containers in three lengths 20ft, 40ft and 45ft. These are now manufactured and moulded in the UK which means Dapol will produce a greater variety of these over the coming months to reflect the greater importance containers are playing to the modeller. Dapol also now produce curtain sided containers.

All of the containers that Dapol produce are manufactured in limited runs to help modellers build up rakes of wagons with differing container liveries and running numbers. Be aware they sell out fast!

Catalogue listing

Model details

Dapol has released a pack of two 45 foot hi-cube containers from P & O Ferries, available in a weathered finish. These containers are part of a series of models that reflect the growing importance of containerisation in the logistics industry.

The development of containerisation in the post-war period has led to a significant increase in international trade, due to the enhanced security, flexibility, and reduced costs that standardised containers offer. Containers enable the safe transportation of goods from supplier to purchaser with minimal handling, reducing the need for multiple transfers at various points in the logistics chain.

Dapol's containers are manufactured in the UK and are available in three standard lengths: 20ft, 40ft, and 45ft. The company plans to expand its range to reflect the growing significance of containers in the industry, including the production of curtain-sided containers.

Each of the containers produced by Dapol is manufactured in limited quantities, allowing modellers to create realistic rakes of wagons with varying container liveries and numbers. However, it is essential to note that these items sell out quickly.

The 45ft hi-cube containers in this pack feature a detailed moulded body, finely applied livery, and opening and posable doors. They are compatible with Dapol's range of intermodal wagons, making them an excellent addition to any model railway layout.

The specifications for this item are as follows: item number 4F-028-016, container type 45ft hi-cube, company markings P & O Ferries, quantity two, and finish weathered.