Dapol Gunpowder Van GWR W105725 DA2F-013-111 N Gauge
Model
1:148 Scale model produced by Dapol. This model is ready-to-run and will make a great addition to any model railway collection.
Model Features- 1:148 Scale Model
- Finely moulded body and applied livery
- Profiled wheels
- Pristine Paint Finish
- This model is best suited to 228mm radius curves
- This model is if fitted with Non-NEM style couplings
Details
Gunpowder vans were specifically engineered to transport explosives and volatile materials with the utmost safety. The vans featured all-steel bodies with timber linings to reduce the risk of sparks; special care was taken to minimise iron-to-iron contact where a single spark could be catastrophic. Robust construction, thoughtful insulation and careful attention to fittings made these wagons the safest option for moving hazardous loads by rail.
Ideal for historical layouts and dioramas, this model accurately reflects the design priorities of explosives transport: reinforced panels, timber-lined interiors and minimal exposed metalwork. It is a valuable addition for modellers interested in industrial, military or period railway scenes, offering both authenticity and operational realism.
Original: $13.35
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Description
Model
1:148 Scale model produced by Dapol. This model is ready-to-run and will make a great addition to any model railway collection.
Model Features- 1:148 Scale Model
- Finely moulded body and applied livery
- Profiled wheels
- Pristine Paint Finish
- This model is best suited to 228mm radius curves
- This model is if fitted with Non-NEM style couplings
Details
Gunpowder vans were specifically engineered to transport explosives and volatile materials with the utmost safety. The vans featured all-steel bodies with timber linings to reduce the risk of sparks; special care was taken to minimise iron-to-iron contact where a single spark could be catastrophic. Robust construction, thoughtful insulation and careful attention to fittings made these wagons the safest option for moving hazardous loads by rail.
Ideal for historical layouts and dioramas, this model accurately reflects the design priorities of explosives transport: reinforced panels, timber-lined interiors and minimal exposed metalwork. It is a valuable addition for modellers interested in industrial, military or period railway scenes, offering both authenticity and operational realism.
