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Revolution Trains OO-IPA-471A

IPA Car Carriers Groupe CAT blue - Covered - (Four Pack)

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Prototype Era
Era 9 (1995 to 2004) Initial Privatisation

Manufacturer description

OO gauge/4mm scale model of the VTG Ecofret FWA twin and triple container sets in use with DB Cargo, Freightliner and GBRf. VTG developed the new and innovative FWA “Ecofret” in twin and triple format as wagons which are shorter than traditional container flats, meaning that in a market dominated by 40’ containers they can carry a greater load per train length.

The Ecofrets were introduced from 2011 and can be seen in DB red (triple set), VTG green used by Freightliner (twin sets), GBRf blue and VTG dark blue liveries (triple sets). We are offering 4 number variations of the VTG green twin sets and the GBRf blue triple sets so that modellers can assemble realistic rakes. In addition we are offering one of the two DB red triple sets (we will offer the second set if there is sufficient demand).

The models will feature a solid metal spine for weight with moulded deck and spigot details.

The twin car sets are 375mm and the triple sets are 550mm (both measurements over buffers).

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Model details

Prototype information

Revolution Trains IPA Car Carriers Groupe CAT blue – Covered – Four Pack is an OO gauge (4 mm) model of the VTG Ecofret FWA twin and triple container wagons. The product carries the manufacturer part number OO‑IPA‑471A and represents the period of the initial privatisation of rail freight in the United Kingdom.

The models replicate the Ecofret wagons introduced from 2011, which are shorter than conventional container flats and can carry a greater load per train length. They are supplied in several liveries – VTG green twin sets, GBRf blue triple sets and a DB red triple set – allowing model railway enthusiasts to build realistic rakes. Each wagon is fitted with a solid metal spine for weight, together with moulded deck and spigot details.

The twin sets measure 375 mm over the buffers, while the triple sets are 550 mm over the buffers. The four‑pack contains four models, enabling the construction of complete twin or triple formations in the chosen colour scheme.