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Dapol 4F-028-153

40 Ft High Cube Container ZIM 769411-4/727809-8 Weathered

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Manufacturer description

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The development of containerisation after World War 2 has lead to a huge increase in international trade. This was as a result of the increased security, greater flexibility and reduced transport costs that using standardised containers allowed.

Dapol Containers Feature:

• Available in 40', 20' and 45' lengths
• Detailed quality moulded body
• Accurate and detailed livery application
• Light weathered finish
• Opening doors with separate locking bars
• Designed to fit Dapol intermodal wagons

Catalogue listing

Model details

This is a twin-pack of OO gauge 1:76 scale model containers from Dapol. The models are 40ft high cube containers, as specified in the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 6346 standard for freight containers. They are decorated in the livery of ZIM, a shipping company.

Each model features a weathered finish and a high level of detail, with expertly applied details and separately applied parts. The doors of the containers can be positioned open, allowing for a range of display options.

The pack includes two identical containers, each with the same ZIM livery. The specifications of the model are as follows: the container type is 40ft high cube, with a scale of 1:76 and a gauge of OO.