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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
For traditional ale enthusiasts, this van is a real hark back to the past! Decorated in cream with red trim and registered 253 TVK, the latest release of the Commer Walk Thru Van also features the colourful corporate logos of three of the most famous Northern and Scottish independent brewers of the time - McEwans, Youngers and Newcastle's Blue Star - forever associated with its Brown Ale branding! The Scottish and Newcastle Breweries Ltd lettering is printed along the sides of the van with an abbreviated form above the windscreen and a final S & N signature in red on the doors. Cheers!
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Oxford Diecast Commer Walk‑Thru Van – Scottish & Newcastle edition
Manufacturer part number: 76CWT004. The model represents the British Rail Blue livery used before the introduction of the TOPS system. It is a 1:50 scale die‑cast replica of the Commer Walk‑Thru Van, finished in a cream base with red trim and the registration mark 253 TVK.
The vehicle displays the corporate branding of three historic Northern and Scottish brewers – McEwans, Youngers and Newcastle’s Blue Star – all linked to Brown Ale marketing. Scottish and Newcastle Breweries Ltd lettering is printed on the sides, with an abbreviated version above the windscreen and a red “S & N” signature on the doors.