Dapol O Gauge 7F-073-008 HP Sauce 7 Plank Open Coal Wagon No.1 RCH 1887 3 Door Type
Detailed model of a 7 plank open mineral wagon built the the 1887 issued RCH specifications and finished as H P Sauce Works wagon number 1 in red oxide livery.
Many manufacturers ordered a small fleet of wagons to ensure a regular supply of coal was available for their factories, with coal stored in the company wagons avoiding the demurage charges incurred if colliery or coal factors' wagons were not unloaded promptly. The HP (for Houses of Parliament) brand was purchased by the Midland Vinegar Company of Aston Cross, Birmingham in 1899.
7 plank Coal Wagon Specifications
• Diecast Chassis
• Compensation beam for smooth running
• Injection moulded body and detail parts
• Sprung metal buffers
• Sprung couplings
• Externally braced
• Diecast open spoke wheels with blackened steel tyres.
Wheels suitable for fine standard track
• Expertly applied livery
• RCH 1887 Specification
• 7 plank body—side door only
• 7 plank body with end door has separately applied operating bar
• Axle boxes and brake shoes embossed with the word “Gloucester”
• Brake gear on one side