Rapido 978122

Metropolitan ‘Evolution’ Non-Corridor Composite No.608

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

Manufacturer description

‘Evolution’ 48’ non-corridor bogie coaches
Metropolitan Railway Livery
Composite No.608
Tooling and Detail features:
Arc roofs
Electric lighting
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
978122
RRP
£69.95
Release date
Q3 2026

Model details

Gauge
OO
Tooling date
2023
DCC status
DCC Not compatible
Finish
Pristine
Livery
Teak
Running number
608
Features
Interior lighting

Prototype information

Coach type
Freelance Evolution Non-Corridor
Operator
Metropolitan Railway
TOPS classification
(C) Composite

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Related products

The Rapido Metropolitan 'Evolution' Non-Corridor Composite No.608 is a model train coach manufactured by Rapido as part of their Evolution Batch 2 collection. This coach is an OO gauge model, designed to represent a pre-grouping era vehicle.

The model features a number of detailed components, including an arc roof, electric lighting, and Fox pattern bogies. It also boasts full internal and external detailing, allowing for a high level of realism. The coach is designed with working lighting, adding an extra layer of authenticity to its appearance.

The model features NEM coupling pockets, which allow for a kinematic coupling mechanism to be used, providing a more realistic connection between coaches. An optional 'vacuum pipe' close coupling bar is also available, allowing modellers to create a more accurate representation of a coupled coach.

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