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Dapol 4P-004-001S

GWR Autocoach 37 GWR Lined Crimson Lake (DCC-Sound)

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Prototype Era
Era 2 (1875 to 1923) Pre-grouping

Manufacturer description

An Autocoach could often be seen being propelled down many branch lines by a variety of Auto fitted Locomotives. The driving cab on the Autocoach meant that the locomotive could be controlled from there and negated the requirement to run the locomotive round at the end of the journey.

These models are based on the six coaches numbered 36 to 41 constructed during 1907 under Lot 1126 to Diagram ‘N ’. They were built new as driving trailers and not later conversions from old steam rail motors. These coaches were used on branch lines from Cornwall to Wales and retained their gas lighting until they were withdrawn by November 1957.

MODEL
1:76 Scale model of a Autocoach decorated in GWR livery. This model features lots of expertly applied details as based on the prototype, a high level of body detail and excellent running characteristics.

FEATURES

• 1:76 Scale Model
• NEM Couplings
• High Detailed Finish
• DCC Fitted
• Sound Module Installed
• Finely moulded bogie frames with NEM profile wheels
• Superbly detailed body with many separately added parts
• Sprung Metal Buffers
• Removable roof for easy insertion of crew and passengers
• Expertly applied livery
• 1 x Dapol Coach

SPECIFICATIONS

• OPERATOR GWR
• ERA Big Four (Pre 1948)

MEASUREMENTS

• MINIMUM RADIUS 438mm

Catalogue listing

Model details

Prototype information

Dapol Autocoach GWR 37 Lined Crimson Lake – DCC Sound is a 1:76 scale model of a Great Western Railway autocoach presented in the GWR crimson lake livery. The coach is fitted with DCC sound equipment and features interior lighting.

The prototype was built at Swindon Works between 1904 and 1954 and represents the pre‑grouping period (Big Four, pre‑1948). Six coaches numbered 36 to 41 were constructed in 1907 under Lot 1126 to Diagram ‘N’; they were purpose‑built as driving trailers and operated on branch lines from Cornwall to Wales, retaining gas lighting until their withdrawal in November 1957.

Key characteristics of the model include bogie wheel arrangement with all wheels powered, NEM couplings with tension lock, a removable roof for easy insertion of crew and passengers, sprung metal buffers, finely moulded bogie frames with NEM profile wheels, and a highly detailed body with separately added parts. The coach is supplied as a single Dapol coach.

Technical specifications state a minimum operating radius of 438 mm (radius 2), operator GWR, and manufacturer part number 4P‑004‑001S. The model is designed for use on modern DCC layouts and offers a high level of detail and reliable running performance.