OO 5 Plank China Clay Wagon GWR Grey with Tarpaulin Cover
Featuring:
- China Clay Wagon Detail: OO scale 5 plank open wagon finished in GWR grey with fitted tarpaulin cover, representing covered mineral and clay transport in the Great Western Railway era.
- Authentic GWR Livery: Classic Great Western Railway grey finish, ideal for pre-nationalisation freight layouts.
- Tarpaulin Cover: Removable-style covered load detail, typical of weather-protected china clay traffic.
- Layout Integration: Standard OO couplings for easy connection to compatible locomotives and rolling stock.
Technical Specifications:
- Scale: OO (1:76)
- Model: 5 Plank China Clay Wagon – GWR Grey with Tarpaulin Cover
- Material: Injection-moulded plastic
- Assembly: Ready-to-run
- Paint/Glue: Not required
- Recommended Age: 14+
- Power Requirement: None
- Compatibility Notes: Compatible with OO gauge locomotives and rolling stock
- Included: One OO scale wagon
Perfect for: OO scale railway modellers focusing on Great Western Railway freight operations or early British railway mineral and clay traffic.
Why this kit matters
China clay transport was an important freight operation for the Great Western Railway, particularly from Cornwall. Covered wagons with tarpaulins were used to protect fine clay from weather damage during transit, making them a distinctive part of British pre-nationalisation freight history.
How to use it
This is a ready-to-run OO scale wagon. Simply place it on compatible OO gauge track and couple it to your locomotive or freight consist. No assembly, paint, or glue is required.
This is a plastic model. It is not a toy.