Oxford Diecast 76AK006

Terrys Springs Austin K8 - 1:76 Scale

Manufacturer catalogue image - please note that pre-release images may be CAD renders or CGI/AI images rather than photographs

Prototype Eras
Era 4 (1948 to 1956) British Railways Early Crest
Era 5 (1956 to 1966) British Railways Late Crest
Era 6 (1967 to 1972) British Rail Blue (Pre-TOPS)

Manufacturer description

The K8 (3 Way) Van commenced production in 1947 and the van cost £535. It earned the name 3-Way due to the door configuration. To assist loading and unloading, it featured double doors on the near and offside, as well as opening near doors. With a payload of 25 cwt and a short wheelbase, it proved a very nippy vehicle for delivery purposes. The van was discontinued in 1954, by which time over 26,500 had been manufactured. Used by Eric Oliver, the World Champion English Motorcycle racer, this van was used as a support vehicle on the circuits.

Catalogue listing

Oxford Diecast Terrys Springs Austin K8 – 1:76 scale model. Manufacturer part number 76AK006. The model depicts a British Railways Late Crest period Terex van.

The K8 (3‑Way) van entered production in 1947, costing £535, and was withdrawn in 1954 after more than 26 500 units had been built. It was called a “3‑Way” because of its door layout – double doors on the near and off‑side and opening near‑side doors – to aid loading and unloading. With a payload of 25 cwt and a short wheelbase, the vehicle was noted for its agility in delivery work. The van was also employed by world‑champion English motorcyclist Eric Oliver as a circuit support vehicle.