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Well-known biscuit makers Huntley & Palmers established themselves as one of the first global brands through the use of the railways. Their plant at Reading was connected with both the GWR and SECR (later SR) and the company owned a small fleet of coal wagons, finished in an eye-catching red livery, to ensure a steady supply fuel was always available. Peco have produced a nicely detailed model of the standard RCH 1923 type 12-ton 7 plank open coal wagon for the TT:120 range. These wood bodied wagons carried many colourful private owner wagons and lasted into the late 1950s under British Railways ownership.
Used by the private company ‘T.Burnett’, mainly in the early to mid-20th century, this 7-plank wagon was designed to carry coal, building materials, and general freight, with seven planks on the sides for increased capacity.
Finished in a grey livery, with red ironwork, this Hornby TT:120 model replicates the original wagon with its white lettering and black drop shadow. 'T.Burnett & Co Ld' also showcases an intricate motif in the centre.
Pairing this wagon with a small steam locomotive, such as a Class J50, will create an authentic scene for this wagon's time period.
This TT:120 7-plank wagon triple pack showcases three privately-owned open wagons, each representing a different company, offering a snapshot of early 20th-century British freight transport.
Each wagon is finished in its own private livery, including the large 'Frost' lettering on black, 'Lowe and Warwick' on a bold red and yellow colour scheme, complimented by the maroon of 'Shirebrook'.
These pair perfectly with a small steam locomotive, such as a Class J50, to create an authentic scene for this wagon's time period.
This single-track level crossing can be adapted perfectly to suit your layout needs: