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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)
Era 8 (1983 to 1994) British Rail Sectorisation
This model is based on the 15 cwt series which was produced between 1959 and 1969. The Bedford CA had a 90 inch wheelbase, quite small by today's standards so they launched a 102 inch version which was designated the CAL, hence the CA became known as the CAS.
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Oxford Diecast Duple Motor Bodies Ltd Bedford CA Van – 1:76 scale model. The item carries the manufacturer part number 76CA013 and depicts the vehicle in British Rail blue livery as used before the introduction of the TOPS system.
The model is based on the 15 cwt series of Bedford CA vans that were built between 1959 and 1969. The original Bedford CA had a wheelbase of 90 inches; a longer version with a 102‑inch wheelbase was later designated the CAL, leading to the original being referred to as the CAS.
All dimensions and details are reproduced to 1:76 scale, providing a miniature representation of the historic British railway van.