OO Banana Van – Geest B882130
Featuring:
- Authentic Geest Branding: OO scale banana van finished in Geest B882130 livery, representing British private owner and BR-era perishable fruit traffic.
- Weathered Operational Finish: Realistic detailing reflecting heavy use in dock-to-distribution banana traffic service.
- Prototype Design: Insulated/perishable goods van used for transporting imported bananas and fruit from UK ports to inland distribution centres.
- Scale & Gauge Compatibility: OO scale (1:76), suitable for standard OO gauge track systems.
- Construction & Finish: Injection-moulded plastic body with fine printed detailing; non-powered model.
- Layout Integration: Standard OO couplings for easy connection to locomotives and rolling stock.
Technical Specifications:
- Scale: OO (1:76)
- Model: Banana Van – Geest B882130
- Material: Injection-moulded plastic
- Finish: Printed livery with weathered detailing
- Assembly: Ready-to-run
- Paint/Glue: Not required
- Recommended Age: 14+
- Power Requirement: None
- Compatibility: OO gauge locomotives and rolling stock
- Included: One OO scale banana van
Perfect for: OO scale railway modellers recreating BR freight operations, dockside banana traffic, and perishable goods distribution trains.
Why this model matters
Geest banana vans played a key role in Britain’s imported fruit supply chain, transporting bananas from ports to distribution hubs under controlled conditions.
This model adds historical accuracy and operational realism to BR-era freight layouts, especially those featuring dockside or perishable goods traffic.
How to use it
This is a ready-to-run OO scale model. Place it on OO gauge track and couple it to compatible locomotives or rolling stock. No assembly, paint, or glue is required. Ensure couplings are securely attached before operation.