Hornby R40124 OO BR 6 Wheel Coach 3rd Class Fitted Lights E31070 - Era 4

OO BR 6 Wheel Coach 3rd Class Fitted Lights E31070 - Era 4 delivers authentic British Railways coaching stock detail for OO scale steam-era passenger layouts.

Featuring:

• BR Era 4 Livery: OO scale 6-wheel third class coach finished in British Railways Era 4 styling, road number E31070, representing mid-20th-century passenger services.
• 6-Wheel Coach Design: Classic short-wheelbase construction typical of early and mid-century British coaching stock used on branch lines and secondary services.
• Fitted Lighting Detail: Realistic internal lighting detailing for enhanced visual realism during operation or display (lighting specification dependent on layout setup).
• Scale & Gauge Compatibility: OO scale (1:76); suitable for standard OO gauge track systems.
• Construction & Finish: Injection-moulded plastic body with fine printed detailing, including panel lines, doors, and Era 4 markings; non-powered rolling stock.

Technical Specifications:

• Scale: OO (1:76)
• Railway: British Railways
• Era: Era 4 (steam transition period)
• Model: 6 Wheel 3rd Class Coach E31070
• Material: Injection-moulded plastic
• Assembly: Ready-to-run
• Paint/Glue: Not required
• Recommended Age: 14+
• Compatibility Notes: Compatible with OO gauge locomotives and passenger rolling stock

Perfect for: OO scale railway modellers building BR steam-era branch lines, rural passenger services, and historic British coaching rakes.

Why this kit matters

Six-wheel coaches were widely used on British branch lines where tighter curves and lighter infrastructure required shorter, more flexible rolling stock. These coaches formed the backbone of rural passenger services during the steam and early diesel transition era.

Model E31070 captures the character of British Railways Era 4 operations, reflecting the gradual shift from pre-nationalisation stock to standardised BR coaching designs. It adds historical authenticity and operational variety to period layouts.

How to use it

Place the coach on compatible OO gauge track and couple it to a suitable steam or early diesel locomotive. Ensure smooth running on branch line curves and integrate into passenger rakes for authentic Era 4 operation. Lighting functionality may require appropriate electrical setup depending on configuration.

This is a plastic model coach. Assembly, paint, and glue are not required. It is not a toy.