Britain's railways were developed primarily to move freight and over time, a wide range of wagons were developed to suit the varied cargo that the railway companies had been contracted to transport. Among them were short wheelbase, 3 plank open wagons which had hinged sides allowing them to be lowered, aiding the loading and unloading of cargo. The goods carried by such wagons was varied and could range from loose loads like minerals and aggregate to crates, barrels and even single pieces of machinery or equipment. Basically, anything that could tolerate being exposed to the elements could be carried, although loads could also be sheeted if necessary to offer some protection from weather and general railway dirt.

The 3 Plank Wagon depicted by this Bachmann Branchline model is created using an injection moulded wagon body, incorporating hinges along each edge and with securing chains represented at each corner. The wooden deck of the wagon is depicted with crisp engraving to define the separate wooden planks, and this level of detail extends to the wagon's planked sides, both on the inner and outer faces. Below the solebar the W irons, axle boxes and springs are all reproduced to great effect, complete with separate brakes and brake levers. The model runs on 3-hole disc wheels which are of metal construction whilst metal buffer heads and cosmetic coupling hooks adorn the buffer beams. Authentic colours and typefaces are employed during the livery application process, completing this high-fidelity model.

MODEL FEATURES:

• Bachmann Branchline OO Scale
• Era 7
• Weathered BR Departmental Bauxite livery
• Running No. DB457271
• NEM Coupling Pockets
• Length 87mm (over couplings)