Graham Farish 377-765A BR COVHOP Covered Hopper Wagon Bauxite Weathered N
A detailed model of the BR standard design covered hopper (covhop) wagons built in the 1960s and serving until the mid-80s.
Covered hopper wagons are used for a range of dry granulated or powder products which require weather protection, with the hopper permiting rapid discharge of the load. Covered hoppers were used for powered chemicals (eg washing powder), crushed ores (eg alumina), granulated sugar and high-grade sand for glass making.
This bauxite liveried hopper represents an example fitted with vacuum train brakes.
Era 7 1971-1982