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Hornby R7381

Dublo Diecast Bedford OB Coach 'Pearce & Crump, Mallingford'

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

Fictitious Livery - Prototype eras are merely an indication of when this item may have run, if it really existed!

Manufacturer description

Bedford Vans were manufactured in short- wheelbase and long-wheelbase forms, each form available in either a 10–12 cwt or a 15 cwt version. Generally it was supplied as a light delivery van with sliding doors, but it was also available as a chassis with cowl upon which specialist bodywork could be added.

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Prototype information

Hornby Dublo Diecast Bedford OB Coach ‘Pearce & Crump, Mallingford’ is a model railway coach produced by Hornby. It is painted in blue, has a minimum curve radius of 371 mm (1st Radius), and carries the manufacturer part number R7381. The model is operated by Bedford and was designed by Hornby. No specific historical period is indicated for this representation.

Bedford vans were built in both short‑wheelbase and long‑wheelbase versions, each offered in 10–12 cwt or 15 cwt capacities. They were typically supplied as light delivery vans with sliding doors, though a chassis with cowl was also available for fitting specialist bodywork.