GWR TOAD Diagram AA7
Short Wheelbase Brake Van
Prototype.
Twelve of these short wheelbase vans were built in 1898 originally for
working in the London area and stationed at Acton. They were 9 foot wheelbase and
16 foot over headstocks. It can only be assumed that space for headshunts and
sidings was at such a premium in the Metropolis that such a short brake van was
required to fit into them. A situation that is familiar to many of us on are own layouts.
These vans lasted into British Railways days.
Kit.
Construction is very straightforward, but there is a lot of push-out rivet detail,
which can take some time to form. A pre-rolled brass roof is provided, as is straight
brass wire for handrails. The fit of all parts is very good.
Wheels,
3’1”, 8 Spoke (7121) are required to complete, Available from Slater’s,
Temple Road, Matlock Bath, Derbyshire, DE4 3PG, Telephone 01629 583993.
Connoisseur Models, 33 Grampian Road, Penfields,
Stourbridge, DY8 4UE, Telephone 01384 371418
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