OO 5 Plank Wagon Wooden Floor ‘Foster Green’
Featuring:
- Authentic Foster Green finish: Traditional wagon livery with wooden floor detailing, reflecting classic British freight stock styling.
- Scale & gauge compatibility: OO scale (1:76); suitable for OO gauge track systems.
- Construction & finish: Injection-moulded plastic body with printed detailing and wood-effect floor texture; non-powered rolling stock.
- Layout integration: Standard OO couplings for easy connection to locomotives and freight trains.
Technical Specifications:
- Scale: OO (1:76)
- Model: 5 Plank Wagon – Wooden Floor ‘Foster Green’
- 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 5 Plank Wagon
Perfect for: OO scale railway modellers building mixed freight consists, rural goods yards, or classic British steam-era layouts.
Why this model matters
The 5 Plank Wagon was widely used across Britain for coal, agricultural goods, and general freight. The higher side walls made it suitable for bulkier loads compared to 3 plank designs.
The Foster Green finish with wooden floor detailing reflects traditional wagon construction used across many British rail companies. It adds depth and variety to freight formations on both pre-grouping and early British Rail layouts.
What goods would you load into a wagon like this on your layout?
How to use it
This is a ready-to-run OO scale wagon. Place it on compatible OO gauge track and connect it to your locomotive or freight consist.
No assembly, paint, glue, or modelling tools are required. Check couplings before operation for smooth running.
This is a plastic model. It is not a toy.