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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)
Era 7 (1972 to 1982) British Rail Blue (TOPS)
This VW Beetle is in ruby red , registration DHX 322A . The VW Beetle was an economy class car, which the German Volkswagen, manufacturers introduced in 1938. It continued in production until 2003, during which time an incredible 21.5 million were made. Its familiar shape remained the same throughout its life.
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Oxford Diecast Ruby Red VW Beetle – 1:76 Scale
The model is supplied by Oxford Diecast and carries the manufacturer part number 76VWB002. It represents a British Railways Late Crest period and is produced in a 1:76 (approximately 28 mm) scale.
The die‑cast vehicle is finished in ruby red and bears the registration plate DHX 322A. It depicts the Volkswagen Beetle, an economy‑class car first introduced by Volkswagen in 1938. Production of the original Beetle continued until 2003, with a total output of around 21.5 million units, and its distinctive shape remained largely unchanged throughout its lifespan.