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Rapido 900010

“New Look” Guy Arab – WMPTE #3082 (MOF 82) – 82 BEARWOOD VIA DUDLEY ROAD

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Manufacturer description

Birmingham “New Look” Guy Arab – WMPTE #3082 (MOF 82).

West Midlands Passenger Transport Executive livery.

82 BEARWOOD VIA DUDLEY ROAD 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 3082, representing route 82 Bearwood via Dudley Road. The model is built to 1/76 scale and conforms to OO gauge specifications.

The kit is finished in a pristine West Midlands PTE livery, with accurate proportions derived from laser scans of the real vehicle. All body weld lines, extrusions and rivets are faithfully reproduced, and the flush glazing, steerable front wheels with rubber tyres and 12 V power requirements (500 mA DC, supply not included) are detailed.

Interior features include a fully coloured cabin with no large posts obstructing the aisle, etched‑metal grab poles, working interior lighting, illuminated destination blinds and functional headlamps. The construction combines injection‑moulded plastic and metal components, providing an even paint finish that preserves fine details.