Oxford Diecast 76BED002

Birmingham Bedford J1 Lomas - 1:76 Scale

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Prototype Eras
Era 5 (1956 to 1966) British Railways Late Crest
Era 6 (1967 to 1972) British Rail Blue (Pre-TOPS)
Era 7 (1972 to 1982) British Rail Blue (TOPS)

Manufacturer description

In real life, the Bedford J1 was built in large numbers and saw service with many authorities from the early 1950s to well into the 1970s. The bodywork was named after its designer Herbert Lomas and the vehicles proved very efficient. They were seen everywhere, particularly in the 1950s-1960s. Shown here in Birmingham colours.

Catalogue listing

Oxford Diecast Birmingham Bedford J1 Lomas is a 1:76 scale model of a British Rail Blue bus, representing the pre‑TOPS era. The model carries the manufacturer part number 76BED002.

The Bedford J1 was produced in large numbers from the early 1950s until the late 1970s and served a wide range of local authorities. Designed by Herbert Lomas, the vehicle was noted for its efficiency and became a common sight on British roads, particularly during the 1950s and 1960s. This example is finished in Birmingham livery.