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Dapol 4F-028-056

20ft Container Pack (2) EISU 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's 20ft Container EISU Twin Pack is a model of a standardised container used for international trade. The development of containerisation after 2 September 1939 has led to a significant increase in international trade due to the enhanced security, greater flexibility and reduced transport costs it offers.

The Dapol container features a weathered finish, with a light weathering effect to give a realistic appearance. The model is available in OO gauge and is designed to fit Dapol's intermodal wagons.

Further details of the container include an opening door with separate locking bars, and a moulded body with accurate and detailed livery application. The container is available in three different lengths: 40ft, 20ft and 45ft.