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Oxford OR763FO002B

Mk3a Coach FO BR Intercity Swallow 11046

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Prototype Era
Era 8 (1983 to 1994) British Rail Sectorisation

Manufacturer description

On the 1 May 1987 and as part of InterCity's 21st anniversary celebrations, BR launched their new high speed branding. The logo incorporated on the more
modern locomotives and rolling stock featured INTERCITY in italics with a Swallow logo device to symbolise grace and speed of travel.

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Prototype information

Oxford Rail's OO gauge Mk3a Coach FO model 11046 is a highly detailed representation of a British Rail Intercity Swallow coach. This coach features a pristine finish and is accurately painted in the iconic black and grey livery of the Intercity brand. The model has a length of 322mm and is designed to fit the NEM coupling standard.

The Mk3a coach design was introduced by British Rail in 1975 for use on the West Coast Main Line from London Euston, and this model is a part of the Oxford Rail's series of coaches that aim to recreate a typical train service from the British Rail Sectorisation period. The model features a finely detailed exterior and interior, with correct seating arrangements for the FO class.

This model is part of a planned series of coaches, each based on a specific depot and service, allowing modellers to build up a complete train service over time. The specifications for this model include NEM coupling pockets, fully detailed coach ends, and connectors and service pod arrangements. The model is designed to be compatible with other OO gauge models and is a great addition for anyone looking to recreate a 1970s and 1980s British Rail scene.