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Rapido 900006

“New Look” Guy Arab – BCT #2901 (JOJ 901) – 62 REDNAL

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Manufacturer description

Birmingham “New Look” Guy Arab – BCT #2901 (JOJ 901).

Birmingham City Transport livery.

62 REDNAL route destination.

100% accurate proportions based on laser-scans of the real thing.
Injection-moulded plastic and metal construction.
All body weld lines, extrusions and rivets accurately rendered.
Full, multi-coloured interior with no large posts blocking aisles.
Separate etched-metal interior grab poles.
Steerable front wheels with rubber tyres.
Flush glazing throughout.
Accurate, even paint finish that does not obscure the details.
Working headlamps & interior lighting.
Illuminated destination blinds.
Requires a 12V 500mA DC power supply (not included).

1/76 scale.

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Model details

Prototype information

Rapido “New Look” Guy Arab bus model BCT #2901 (JOJ 901) is a 1/76 scale replica of a Birmingham City Transport vehicle used on the 62 Rednal route. The model is built to OO gauge standards and features a pristine Birmingham City Transport livery.

The kit includes injection‑moulded plastic and metal components, with body weld lines, extrusions and rivets reproduced accurately. The interior is fully detailed in colour, with etched‑metal grab poles, a clear aisle, flush glazing and illuminated destination blinds. Steerable front wheels fitted with rubber tyres and working headlamps and interior lighting are supplied.

The model requires a 12 V 500 mA DC power supply, which is not provided. All dimensions and proportions are based on laser scans of the real bus, ensuring a high level of fidelity.