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there was an feature a while back in model rail about this, it did list the coach numbers, types etc etc... can't say if this the exact info that you're after, but it may help. what i do remember from it was the buffet/kitchen coaches are not made in rtr as were at the time the BSO, which are now being produced. hope this helps. if i can find my copy of the mag i will post on here issue number & the date. unless someone beats me to it.

From what i can make out from all the various pictures i've seen. Various freights have consisted of various sized plank opens, bogie bolsters, vans of differing types, well wagons, tanks of various sizes, the dreaded 16 t mineral, 13 t high sided steel open etc etc. It's your model, if it's look right, it is right. If all else all fails. Rule 1 applies. It's your model. As an thought, there is a current topic about brake vans, they may be well be out of your time line, but perhaps maybe give you some guidence

You don't mention which region that you are modeling. Tbh unless someone else can & no doubt will correct me. Just do a mix & match. I've been going through various books eg the books of black 5's etc looking at freight formations, so that I could model a reasonably acurate freight formation. Usual limitations, eg can't make certain vehicles or you can't see the full formation. The loco lamp code will also give you a reasonable idea of what it is train is. Eg fitted, partial fitted, local pick up etc etc. Sorry i can't help any more than that

That is great, thank you

Thank you, i knew that preston had original patriots & jubilees.

Please could anyone advise what duties that the royal scots that were based at preston shed were assigned to. Main focus is the 1959 to 1961but not to worried about period specific as i know that they were based there in original & rebuilt form. Thank you for any info Regards. Mark