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Rapido 900009

“New Look” Guy Arab – WMPTE #3031 (MOF 31) – 22 SELLY OAK VIA WEOLEY CASTLE ESTATE

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Manufacturer description

Birmingham “New Look” Guy Arab – WMPTE #3031 (MOF 31).

West Midlands Passenger Transport Executive livery.

22 SELLY OAK VIA WEOLEY CASTLE ESTATE 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.

Catalogue listing

Model details

Prototype information

Rapido “New Look” Guy Arab model – West Midlands Passenger Transport Executive (WMPTE) number 3031 (MOF 31). The vehicle is presented in OO gauge, at 1/76 scale, with a pristine finish and West Midlands PTE livery. It represents the 22 Selly Oak via Weoley Castle Estate service.

The model is constructed from injection‑moulded plastic and metal components. All body weld lines, extrusions and rivets are rendered accurately, and the interior features multi‑coloured detailing without large posts obstructing the aisles. Etched‑metal grab poles, steerable front wheels with rubber tyres, flush glazing, working headlamps and interior lighting, and illuminated destination blinds are included. The paint finish is even and does not conceal the fine details.

The model requires a 12 V 500 mA DC power supply, which is not supplied. Manufacturer part number: 900009. All proportions are based on laser scans of the real vehicle.