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Hornby R6970

BR, Extra Long CCT Van - Era 5

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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 Extra Long CCT Van - Era 5 is a OO gauge model representing a British Railways closed cover truck in BR blue livery. The model measures 151 mm in length, has a minimum curve radius of 438 mm (2nd radius) and features a pristine finish. It carries the running number E1336, is fitted with a NEM coupling, and bears the manufacturer part number R6970. The design is credited to LNER and the model depicts the late crest period of British Railways.

The closed cover truck was a type of goods van used by British Railways to transport freight while protecting it from wind and rain. In addition to side doors, the vans had opening ends, allowing them to carry motor vehicles as well as parcel traffic.