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Prototype Era
Era 8 (1983 to 1994) British Rail Sectorisation
Available exclusively from Rails of Sheffield
Features include:
• Separately fitted detailing parts including handrails
• Underframe detail
• High quality livery application
• NEM coupling pockets with small tension locks fitted
• Turned metal wheels
• Sprung buffers
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Sonic Models 20T VIX Ferry Van, Civil Engineers Yellow/Grey (DB786980) is a limited‑edition model produced for the Rails of Sheffield collection. It carries the manufacturer part number S4301‑10 and represents the British Rail sectorisation era.
The model is sold exclusively through Rails of Sheffield and is marketed as a detailed replica of the original freight van used by civil engineering departments.
Key features include separately fitted detailing parts such as handrails, detailed underframe, high‑quality livery application, NEM coupling pockets with small tension locks, turned metal wheels and sprung buffers.