Dapol OO Rectangular Tank Smith & Forrest 2

OO Rectangular Tank Smith & Forrest No.2 delivers a distinctive British industrial tanker wagon for OO scale layouts, ideal for transporting liquid cargo such as fuel, oil, and chemical products in freight operations.

Featuring:

• Smith & Forrest Livery: OO scale rectangular tank wagon finished in authentic Smith & Forrest branding, representing private industrial freight operators used across British rail networks.
• Early Rectangular Tank Design: Classic box-style tank construction mounted on a reinforced underframe, reflecting transitional freight wagon engineering before cylindrical tanks became standard.
• Scale & Gauge Compatibility: OO scale (1:76); suitable for standard OO gauge track systems.
• Construction & Finish: Injection-moulded plastic kit with fine surface detailing, printed livery markings, and underframe components; non-powered rolling stock.
• Layout Integration: Standard OO couplings for seamless inclusion in industrial freight trains and yard operations.

Technical Specifications:

• Scale: OO (1:76)
• Model: Rectangular Tank Wagon – Smith & Forrest No.2
• Material: Injection-moulded plastic
• Assembly: Required
• Paint/Glue: Required (not included)
• Recommended Age: 14+
• Power Requirement: None
• Compatibility Notes: Suitable for OO gauge freight and industrial layout operations

Perfect for: OO scale railway modellers creating industrial depots, fuel terminals, chemical works, and mixed freight services.

Why this kit matters

Rectangular tank wagons represent an earlier generation of British rail freight design, commonly used before the widespread adoption of cylindrical tanks. They were frequently operated by private industrial firms such as Smith & Forrest for transporting liquid goods across regional and national networks.

This wagon adds strong historical depth and industrial realism to layouts depicting mid-20th-century freight operations and evolving wagon technology.

How to use it

Assemble the kit, then paint and weather to reflect industrial service use. Once complete, integrate into freight consists serving depots, refineries, and private sidings for realistic operations.

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