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Hornby R60343

S.Skinner - 7 Plank wagon - No.1

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Prototype Eras
Era 2 (1875 to 1923) Pre-grouping
Era 3 (1923 to 1947) The Big Four (LNER, LMS, GWR and SR)

Manufacturer description

Although the Southern Railway was predominantly a passenger-carrying network, a surprising amount of freight was moved by rail too, especially coal, as this was needed to heat the homes of the railway’s passengers. Stephen Skinner was a Kent-based coal merchant established in the late 1800s. 

This highly detailed OO gauge scale model is an excellent representation of their 7 plank wagon, and is perfect for your freight model railway.

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Model details

Prototype information

Hornby S. Skinner 7‑plank wagon – No.1 is a highly detailed OO gauge model designed to represent a Southern Railway freight wagon from the era of the Big Four (LNER, LMS, GWR and SR). The item carries the Hornby part number R60343.

The wagon is a replica of a 7‑plank coal wagon used by the Kent‑based coal merchant Stephen Skinner, who operated from the late 1800s. Although the Southern Railway was primarily a passenger network, it also transported substantial quantities of coal to heat homes along its routes.

This model provides an accurate and finely finished addition for any British freight model railway, suitable for collectors and hobbyists seeking a period‑appropriate freight vehicle.