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Rapido 978043

GWR ‘Evolution’ Non-Corridor First No.8065

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Prototype Era
Era 2 (1875 to 1923) Pre-grouping

Manufacturer description

‘Evolution’ 48’ non-corridor bogie coaches
Great Western Railway Livery
First No. 8065
Tooling and Detail features:
Clerestory roofs
Gas lighting
Footboards on guard’s bogie only
Lower underframe mounted footboard
Fox pattern bogies
Full internal and external detail
Working lighting
NEM coupling pockets with kinematic coupling mechanism
Optional ‘vacuum pipe’ close coupling bar

Catalogue listing

Brand
Rapido
Product Code
978043
RRP
£69.95
Release date
Q2 2026

Model details

Gauge
OO
Tooling date
2023
DCC status
DCC Not compatible
Livery
Chocolate & Cream
Finish
Pristine
Running number
8065
Features
Interior lighting

Prototype information

Coach type
Freelance Evolution Non-Corridor
TOPS classification
(F) First

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The Rapido GWR 'Evolution' Non-Corridor First No.8065 is a model of a Great Western Railway non-corridor first class carriage in OO gauge. This model is part of the Rapido Evolution collection, which focuses on producing highly detailed and accurate replicas of historic railway coaches.

This particular model is designed to represent a pre-grouping era coach, with a focus on the intricacies of the Great Western Railway's livery and detailing. Key features of the model include a clerestory roof, gas lighting, and footboards on the guard's bogie only. The underframe mounted footboard is a notable detail, as is the use of Fox pattern bogies.

The model also boasts a high level of internal and external detail, with working lighting and a full interior. The NEM coupling pockets and kinematic coupling mechanism allow for smooth and reliable coupling and uncoupling of the model. An optional 'vacuum pipe' close coupling bar is also available.

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