GWR BG Convertible First

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Prototype

Late GWR broad gauge all first, built for easy conversion to standard gauge: basically a standard gauge coach body on a broad gauge chassis. In 1880s chocolate and cream livery.

Model Details

Scale: 4mm:1ft (1:76)

Finish: Unweathered

Source: Constructed from an etched 4-wheeler body kit on a modified (widened) Mainly Trains 4-wheel chassis kit. Painted in 1880s GWR livery, and lettered using HMRS Pressfix transfers. Couplings were to be added by the customer.