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Dapol 4F-038-105

20t Steel Mineral Wagon Cilely Weathered

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

Manufacturer description

20 ton mineral wagons of a steel riveted construction were used nationally, transporting coal and minerals offering a more efficient and cost effective method of conveyance than had previously been possible with wooden bodied 10 and 12 ton open top wagons.

They came into service in the 1920s and were finally withdrawn in the 1970s. The wagons had two doors per side and an end door.

Catalogue listing

Model details

The Dapol 20T Steel Mineral Cilely is a OO gauge model of a steel mineral wagon. It is finished in a weathered condition, simulating the wear and tear of years of use. The wagon is highly detailed and features a Cilely livery.

The model measures 97mm in length, 33mm in width, and 36mm in height. It has a minimum radius curve requirement of 1, indicating that it can be used on small radius curves. The wagon has a NEM/Tension lock coupling, allowing for secure and reliable connection to other models.

The model is designed to represent the period of the Big Four railway companies, which operated in the UK from the 1920s to the 1940s. The real-life steel mineral wagons were introduced in the 1920s and were used until the 1970s, serving as a more efficient and cost-effective method of transporting coal and minerals. The model comes complete with a coal/coking coal load, adding to its realism.

The Dapol 20T Steel Mineral Cilely is a highly detailed model, featuring profiled wheels, superbly printed livery and details, and a highly detailed body and chassis moulding. It is an ideal addition to any model railway layout, particularly those depicting the Big Four era.