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Dapol 4F-028-055

20ft Container Pack (2) EISU

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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's 20 FT Container EISU Twin Pack is a model train item designed for OO gauge railway layouts. It features a 20 foot container, one of the standard lengths commonly used in intermodal transport.

The development of containerisation after World War 2 led to a significant increase in international trade due to its increased security, greater flexibility, and reduced transport costs.

Dapol's container model features several key details, including a moulded body, accurate livery application, and a light weathered finish. The model also comes with opening doors and separate locking bars for added realism.

The container is designed to be used with Dapol's intermodal wagons, allowing for a range of scenarios to be recreated on a model railway layout. The model is available in a twin pack format, which includes two containers.