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Rapido 978134

GWR (pre-1904) ‘Evolution’ Non-Corridor Composite No.56

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

Manufacturer description

‘Evolution’ 48’ non-corridor bogie coaches
GWR Pre-1904 Livery
Composite No.56
Tooling and Detail features:
Clerestory roofs
Gas lighting
Full-length lower footboards
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
978134
RRP
£69.95
Release date
Q3 2026

Model details

Tooling date
2023
Gauge
OO
DCC status
DCC Not compatible
Finish
Pristine
Livery
Chocolate & Cream
Running number
56
Features
Interior lighting

Prototype information

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

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The Rapido GWR pre-1904 'Evolution' Non-Corridor Composite No.56 is a model railway coach designed for OO gauge models. It is part of the Rapido Evolution Batch 2 collection, which focuses on pre-grouping era rolling stock.

This coach features a number of detailed and historically accurate elements, including clerestory roofs, gas lighting, and full-length lower footboards. The bogies are modelled with the distinctive Fox pattern design, and the internal and external detailing is comprehensive.

The model also includes working lighting and features NEM coupling pockets with a kinematic coupling mechanism. An optional vacuum pipe close coupling bar is also available for those who want to replicate the authentic look of a vacuum braking system.

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