{"product_id":"n-collett-coach-br-crimson-cream-second-w553","title":"N Collett Coach BR Crimson\/Cream Second W553","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eN Collett Coach BR Crimson\/Cream Second W553\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeaturing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrototype Accuracy:\u003c\/b\u003e :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} represents a Great Western Railway Collett-designed second class coach, later used by British Railways in standard crimson and cream livery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eScale \u0026amp; Gauge Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e N scale (1:148); suitable for N gauge 9mm track systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eConstruction \u0026amp; Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Injection-moulded plastic with fine printed lining, BR insignia, and period-accurate detailing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLayout Integration:\u003c\/b\u003e Standard N gauge couplings for seamless inclusion in passenger coaching formations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eScale:\u003c\/b\u003e N (1:148)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eModel:\u003c\/b\u003e Collett Second Class Coach No. W553\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEra:\u003c\/b\u003e British Railways Western Region steam-to-diesel transition period\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Injection-moulded plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAssembly:\u003c\/b\u003e Ready-to-run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePaint\/Glue:\u003c\/b\u003e Not required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRecommended Age:\u003c\/b\u003e 14+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRunning System:\u003c\/b\u003e Non-powered passenger coach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/b\u003e One N scale Collett coach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e N gauge modellers recreating BR Western Region passenger services, mixed coaching rakes, or express and secondary line operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this model matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollett second class coaches formed a key part of Great Western Railway passenger services and remained in use well into the British Railways era. Their balanced proportions and classic livery make them essential stock for authentic Western Region train formations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse as part of a mixed Collett coaching set with compatible locomotives. Best presented in rakes of multiple coaches for prototypical passenger operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a plastic model. Assembly, paint, and glue are not required. It is not a toy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dapol","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44474270548124,"sku":"D2P000135","price":68.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/D2P000135-1.webp?v=1727973227","url":"https:\/\/www.harveynorman.lol\/products\/n-collett-coach-br-crimson-cream-second-w553","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}