OO Fruit D Van – GWR 2865 (Withdrawn / Weathered)
Featuring:
- Great Western Railway Prototype: OO scale Fruit D van finished in GWR 2865 markings, representing classic perishable goods traffic stock used for fruit distribution.
- Withdrawn Weathered Finish: Realistic heavy weathering depicting end-of-service condition, ideal for sidings, scrapyards, or secondary storage scenes.
- Prototype Design: Insulated/ventilated van used for transporting perishable produce under controlled conditions across the GWR network.
- Scale & Gauge Compatibility: OO scale (1:76), suitable for standard OO gauge track systems.
- Construction & Finish: Injection-moulded plastic body with detailed printed livery and weathered finish; non-powered model.
- Layout Integration: Standard OO couplings for easy connection to locomotives and rolling stock.
Technical Specifications:
- Scale: OO (1:76)
- Model: Fruit D Van – GWR 2865
- Material: Injection-moulded plastic
- Finish: Weathered withdrawn condition detailing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 fruit traffic van
Perfect for: OO scale railway modellers recreating GWR operations, perishable goods traffic, or weathered sidings and withdrawn stock scenes.
Why this model matters
Fruit D vans were essential to the Great Western Railway’s perishable goods operations, transporting fresh produce efficiently across regional and national routes.
This weathered withdrawn version adds realism to layouts depicting ageing infrastructure, storage sidings, or end-of-service rolling stock.
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.