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Dapol 4P-004-005S

GWR Autocoach W37W BR Carmine/Cream (DCC-Sound)

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Prototype Era
Era 4 (1948 to 1956) British Railways Early Crest

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 These coaches were used on branch lines from Cornwall to Wales and retained their gas lighting until they were withdrawn by November 1957.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 BR 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 BR
• ERA BR (Post 1948)

MEASUREMENTS

• MINIMUM RADIUS 438mm

Catalogue listing

Model details

Prototype information

Dapol Autocoach BR W37W Carmine & Cream – DCC Sound is a 1:76 scale model that replicates a British Railways early‑crest autocoach. The kit carries the manufacturer part number 4P‑004‑005S and is finished in the traditional BR crimson and cream livery. It is fitted with DCC sound equipment, includes interior lighting and a removable roof to allow access to the crew and passenger areas.

The prototype autocoaches were built as driving trailers numbered 36 to 41 under Lot 1126 in 1907, to Diagram ‘N’. They operated on branch lines from Cornwall to Wales, were equipped with gas lighting and remained in service until they were withdrawn in November 1957. The model reflects the post‑1948 British Rail era.

Key features of the model include NEM couplings, finely moulded bogie frames with NEM profile wheels, sprung metal buffers, and a highly detailed body with many separately added parts. The sound module is installed and the livery is expertly applied. The set contains one Dapol coach.

Specifications state the operator as British Rail and the minimum running radius as 438 mm. The model is suitable for use on modern layout tracks and offers a high level of detail and reliable running characteristics.