N Collett Coach BR Second Maroon W1080W

Featuring:

• Prototype Accuracy: :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} represents a Great Western Railway Collett second class coach later operated in British Railways maroon livery, typical of post-nationalisation secondary and local services.
• Scale & Gauge Compatibility: N scale (1:148); suitable for N gauge 9mm track systems.
• Construction & Finish: Injection-moulded plastic with fine printed lining, BR insignia, and period-accurate detailing.
• Layout Integration: Standard N gauge couplings for seamless integration into passenger coaching rakes.

Technical Specifications:

• Scale: N (1:148)
• Model: Collett Second Class Coach W1080W
• Era: British Railways Western Region, post-nationalisation period
• Material: Injection-moulded plastic
• Assembly: Ready-to-run
• Paint/Glue: Not required
• Recommended Age: 14+
• Running System: Non-powered passenger coach
• Included: One N scale Collett coach

Perfect for: N gauge modellers building authentic BR maroon coaching rakes, secondary passenger services, or mixed Western Region train formations.

Why this model matters

Collett coaches remained a backbone of Western Region passenger services well into the British Railways era. The maroon livery represents the standardised BR identity applied to former GWR rolling stock after nationalisation, making it essential for accurate mid-20th-century modelling.

How to use it

Use as part of a mixed Collett or BR coaching rake behind suitable steam or early diesel locomotives. Best displayed in full formations for prototypical operation.

This is a plastic model. Assembly, paint, and glue are not required. It is not a toy.