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Dapol 4P-004-002S

GWR Autocoach 40 GWR Lined Chocolate/Cream (DCC-Sound)

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

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 These coaches were used on branch lines from Cornwall to Wales and retained their gas lighting until they were withdrawn by November 1957.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 40 Lined Chocolate & Cream – DCC Sound is a 1:76 scale model of a Great Western Railway autocoach, finished in the railway’s chocolate and cream livery. The coach is equipped with DCC sound and interior lighting, and it runs on all wheels with a power pickup system. It uses NEM couplings and features finely moulded bogie frames with NEM profile wheels, sprung metal buffers and a removable roof for easy access to the interior.

The model represents the six autocoaches numbered 36 to 41 that were constructed in 1907 under Lot 1126 to Diagram ‘N’. These were built as driving trailers for branch line service from Cornwall to Wales and retained gas lighting until their withdrawal in November 1957. The prototype was built by GWR Swindon Works between 1904 and 1954 and is associated with the Big Four period (LNER, LMS, GWR and SR).

Key specifications include a minimum curve radius of 438 mm (radius 2), a high‑detail finish with separately added body parts, and a Dapol coach part number 4P‑004‑002S. The model is supplied as a single coach, ready for operation on a 1:76 scale layout.