A new OO scaled model of the large bulk grain wagons, often called Polybulks, a design which is used throughout Europe with vehicles travelling through the channel tunnel.
First introduced in the UK for hauling grain these wagons are used for many low-density granular and powder cargos. The bulbous appearance maximises the internal volume of the hopper while retaining the smooth internal faces and angled slopes needed to ensure the wagon is self-clearing by gravity discharge. In service these wagons often operate on specific flows, ranging from single wagons to full trainloads.
Elaborate construction includes detailed ends with etched catwalk, brake and under floor hopper discharge equipment representation, detailed body side brake piping and individual hand wheels.