SDS Models HO FG 648 & FG 689 Venetian Red & Russet Navy Dressing Roof Repainted Late 1940s

HO FG 648 & FG 689 Venetian Red & Russet with Navy Dressing Roof Repainted Late 1940s delivers an authentic pair of Victorian Railways passenger vans for recreating post-war Australian passenger services on HO scale layouts.

Featuring:

• Authentic Prototype: Accurately models Victorian Railways FG brake vans Nos. 648 and 689 in their late 1940s repainted Venetian Red and Russet livery with navy dressing roofs.
• Period-Correct Finish: Features finely applied paintwork and crisp lettering representing the post-war appearance of these passenger vehicles.
• HO Scale Compatibility: Built to HO scale (1:87) for operation on standard 16.5mm HO gauge track.
• Ready-to-Run: Fully assembled with standard HO couplings for seamless operation with compatible Victorian Railways passenger rolling stock.

Technical Specifications:

• Scale: HO (1:87)
• Prototype: Victorian Railways FG Brake Vans Nos. 648 & 689
• Livery: Venetian Red & Russet with Navy Dressing Roof (Late 1940s)
• Material: Injection-moulded plastic
• Assembly: Ready-to-run
• Paint/Glue: Not required
• Recommended Age: 14+
• Power Requirement: None
• Compatibility Notes: Compatible with HO gauge locomotives and rolling stock
• Included: Two HO scale FG brake vans (FG 648 & FG 689)

Perfect for: HO scale railway modellers recreating Victorian Railways passenger trains, branch line services, and Australian railway operations of the late 1940s and 1950s.

Why this model matters

FG brake vans played an important role in Victorian Railways passenger operations, providing luggage accommodation and a guard's compartment while completing many country passenger consists. The post-war Venetian Red and Russet repaint scheme reflects the modernisation of the Victorian Railways fleet following World War II, making these vehicles ideal for historically accurate layouts.

How to use it

Place the vehicles on compatible HO gauge track and couple them into an appropriate Victorian Railways passenger consist using the fitted standard couplings. They pair well with period passenger coaches to recreate authentic country and branch line services.

This is a ready-to-run model set. It is not a toy and is recommended for collectors and modellers aged 14 years and over.