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Rapido 978157

LMS Period 1 ‘Evolution’ Non-Corridor Third No.1487

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Prototype Eras
Era 2 (1875 to 1923) Pre-grouping
Era 3 (1923 to 1947) The Big Four (LNER, LMS, GWR and SR)

Manufacturer description

‘Evolution’ 48’ non-corridor bogie coaches
London, Midland & Scottish Railway ‘Period 1’ Livery
Third No.1487
Tooling and Detail features:
Arc roofs
Gas 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
978157
RRP
£69.95
Release date
Q3 2026

Model details

Gauge
OO
Tooling date
2023
DCC status
DCC Not compatible
Livery
Crimson Lake
Finish
Pristine
Running number
1487
Features
Interior lighting

Prototype information

Coach type
Freelance Evolution Non-Corridor
Operator
LMS
TOPS classification
(T) Third

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Summary of Rapido LMS Period 1 'Evolution' Non-Corridor Third No.1487

The Rapido LMS Period 1 'Evolution' Non-Corridor Third No.1487 is a model of a 48ft non-corridor bogie coach produced as part of the Rapido Evolution Batch 2 collection. This model represents a vehicle from the pre-grouping era of the London, Midland & Scottish Railway (LMS).

Key features of the model include an arc roof, gas lighting, and Fox pattern bogies. The model boasts full internal and external detailing, and the lighting is working, allowing for realistic illumination. The model is designed to fit the OO gauge scale and is equipped with NEM coupling pockets and a kinematic coupling mechanism, enabling smooth and reliable coupling and uncoupling.

The model is available with an optional vacuum pipe close coupling bar, providing an additional level of realism for modellers.

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