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Hornby R6641B

BR, 4 Wheeled CCT Van - Era 4

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Prototype Eras
Era 4 (1948 to 1956) British Railways Early Crest
Era 5 (1956 to 1966) British Railways Late Crest

Manufacturer description

A Closed Cover Truck (CCT) was a type of goods van used for transporting goods whilst keeping them protected from the wind and rain. Along with side doors, CCTs also featured opening ends which allowed them to be used to transport motor vehicles as well as parcel traffic.

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Prototype information

Hornby BR 4‑Wheeled CCT Van – Era 4 is a OO‑scale model of a British Railways Closed Cover Truck in BR crimson livery. The model measures 120 mm in length, has a pristine finish and carries the running number M37241M. It is equipped with NEM couplings and represents the early crest period of British Railways.

The prototype was built by Metro‑Cammell (LMS batch) and later by BR Earlestown and Swindon Works (BR batches). Production years for the original vans were 1938 (LMS) and 1952–1957 (BR). The van has a four‑wheel arrangement, a minimum curve radius of 2nd radius (438 mm) and was used for transporting goods protected from the elements, with side doors and opening ends suitable for parcels and motor vehicles. Manufacturer part number is R6641B.