OO Fruit D GWR 2839 Weathered delivers a highly detailed Great Western Railway fruit van for OO scale layouts, ideal for period goods trains and realistic mixed freight operations.
Featuring:
- GWR Fruit D Design: OO scale Fruit D ventilated van, No.2839, representing the Great Western Railway’s specialised perishable goods stock used for transporting fruit and fresh produce.
- Weathered Finish: Pre-applied weathering effect to replicate heavy in-service use, including dirt accumulation and faded paint typical of long-distance freight operations.
- Ventilated Body Construction: Slatted sides designed to allow airflow, essential for transporting perishable goods across the GWR network.
- Scale & Gauge Compatibility: OO scale (1:76); suitable for standard OO gauge track systems.
- Construction & Finish: Injection-moulded plastic model with printed GWR lettering, fine plank detail, and realistic weathering; non-powered rolling stock.
- Layout Integration: Standard OO couplings for use in freight rakes, goods yards, and branch line goods services.
Technical Specifications:
- Scale: OO (1:76)
- Railway: Great Western Railway (GWR)
- Model: Fruit D Ventilated Van
- Running Number: 2839
- Finish: Weathered
- Material: Injection-moulded plastic
- Assembly: Ready-to-run
- Paint/Glue: Not required
- Recommended Age: 14+
- Compatibility Notes: Suitable for OO gauge freight operations and GWR-era goods formations
Perfect for: OO scale railway modellers recreating GWR branch lines, rural goods traffic, and mixed freight services in steam and early BR eras.
Why this kit matters
Fruit D vans were an important part of British railway logistics, designed to transport perishable goods such as fruit and vegetables from rural areas to urban markets. Their ventilated construction helped reduce spoilage during transit.
This weathered example reflects the heavy usage these wagons experienced, adding authenticity and operational realism to freight trains and goods yard scenes.
How to use it
No assembly is required. Simply place the wagon into service on your OO gauge layout and integrate it into GWR goods trains, mixed freight consists, or branch line operations.
This is a plastic model. Assembly, paint, and glue are not required. It is not a toy.