CIÉ embarked on a programme of rolling stock renewal beginning in the early 1950s, centring on Bulleid’s patented triangulated underframe construction. Among the more distinctive wagon types to appear was a series of bulk grain hoppers developed from the H Van design. These vehicles had a 12 ton capacity and augmented a fleet of earlier hopper wagons which had been constructed by the Great Southern Railways (GSR) in the 1930s and lasted in service until grain traffic ended in the mid-late 1970s.
Highly detailed model constructed from plastic and die-cast metal
40g Weight per Wagon
RP25.110 chemically blackened OO gauge wheel sets
Blackened brass bearings conforming to Irish Railway Models standard of 14.4mm back-to-back on 2mm axles over 28mm pinpoints.
Etched metal, plastic and wire detail parts, including, but not limited to, handrails, grab handles, door handles, lamp brackets, brake hoses, though pipes, and brake gear.
Turned sprung metal buffers
Two buffer types – spindle and heavy duty
NEM standard coupler pockets
Narrow tension lock couplers included
Individual lettering and codes from real wagons for authenticity
Accessory Bag included which contains instanter and three-link couplings