OO BR 6 Wheel Coach 3rd Class Fitted Lights E31085 Era 4 by unknown delivers a detailed British Railways period passenger coach model in OO scale for steam-era railway layouts and heritage train formations.
Featuring:
- Era 4 BR detailing: Authentic British Railways livery and numbering for mid-20th century passenger services.
- 6-wheel coach design: Classic pre-standardisation coach layout used on secondary and branch line services.
- Fitted lighting detail: Realistic representation of interior lighting equipment for added visual authenticity in display or illuminated layouts.
Finished Model Dimensions (Approximate):
- Length: 13.8 cm
- Width: 3.5 cm
- Height: 4.2 cm
Technical Specifications:
- Scale: OO (1:76)
- Manufacturer: Not specified
- Model: BR 6 Wheel Coach 3rd Class E31085 Era 4
- Parts count: Not specified
- Material: Injection-moulded plastic
- Assembly: Ready-to-run
- Paint/Glue: Not required
- Recommended Age: 14+
Perfect for: OO scale railway modellers recreating British steam-era passenger services, branch line trains, and early British Railways formations, backed by Hobbyco’s trusted service and fast shipping.
Why this kit matters
Six-wheel coaches were widely used in Britain during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, continuing into early British Railways service on rural and secondary routes. Their shorter wheelbase made them suitable for tighter curves and lighter infrastructure found on branch lines.
These coaches represent an important transitional stage in UK railway passenger design, bridging the gap between Victorian coaching stock and later bogie-based rolling stock. They were gradually phased out as longer, more modern coaches became standard across the network.
How to use it
Place on OO gauge track and pair with suitable steam locomotives or mixed-era passenger trains. No assembly, paint, or glue is required.
This is a plastic model. Assembly, paint, and glue are not required. It is not a toy.