New Exclusive OO-Gauge Models

[Locomotion No. 3]

Last week, we announced the exciting release of two exciting new OO-Gauge models as part of the National Collection in Miniature, the LMS 25T LOWMAC Wagon in BR Bauxite No.M700728, and LNWR Diagram 88 Van No.21408, produced by Rapido!

 

LOWMAC Wagon

The LMS 25T LOWMAC Wagon, characterised by its flatbed design with a lowered floor, was specifically designed to transport vehicles or equipment exceeding the typical height limit of standard flatbed wagons. The term LOWMAC originated from the telegraphic expression employed by the Great Western Railways, referring to wagons designed for carrying 'low machinery.' These wagons were extensively utilised from the 1890s to the 1950s, serving their purpose until the advancement of road transport, which could handle the transportation of machinery and vehicles. Consequently, with the exception of preserved railways, all wagons were retired from active service. Currently, LMS 25T LOWMAC Wagon No. M70028 is preserved at Locomotion in Shildon.

 

You can pre-order the LOWMAC Wagon for £39.95 from our website today.

 

LNWR Van

The LNWR Van was first introduced in 1908 by the London Northwestern Railway, and quickly became their company standard, with over 6000 being produced at the LNWR Earlestown Works and through outside contractors. Examples of these vans remained in service until the 1960s under British Railways, but a number went on to departmental and private service.

Several of these vans have been preserved, including No.21408, which is now in residence at the National Railway Museum in York. 

 

You can pre-order the LNWR Van for £32.95 from our website today.

 

 

Edited December 13, 2023 by Locomotion No. 3
Incorrect image

[hmrspaul]

There is a typo it is 700728 - and this is as it appeared when fairly newly received by the NRM https://PaulBartlett.zenfolio.com/lmspecial/e368fd48d

 

Paul

PS I don't appear to have photographed the van - despite it being 10 minutes walk from my backdoor if it is in York. 🙁