{"product_id":"oo-10t-ventilated-meat-van","title":"OO 10T VENTILATED MEAT VAN KIT","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOO 10T Ventilated Meat Van Kit delivers an authentic British railway freight vehicle for OO scale layouts, ideal for period goods trains and refrigerated livestock traffic representation.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeaturing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e10-Ton Ventilated Meat Van Design:\u003c\/b\u003e OO scale model representing traditional British Railways insulated livestock and meat transport vans used for perishable goods movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVentilated Body Construction:\u003c\/b\u003e Detailed slatted side panels and roof vents designed to simulate airflow required for temperature-sensitive cargo transport.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eScale \u0026amp; Gauge Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e OO scale (1:76); suitable for standard OO gauge track systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eConstruction \u0026amp; Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Injection-moulded plastic kit with fine surface detailing including panel lines, door fittings, and underframe components; non-powered rolling stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLayout Integration:\u003c\/b\u003e Standard OO couplings for seamless integration into mixed freight and goods train consists.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eScale:\u003c\/b\u003e OO (1:76)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eModel:\u003c\/b\u003e 10T Ventilated Meat Van\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 Required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePaint\/Glue:\u003c\/b\u003e Required (not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRecommended Age:\u003c\/b\u003e 14+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePower Requirement:\u003c\/b\u003e None\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompatibility Notes:\u003c\/b\u003e Suitable for OO gauge locomotives and freight rolling stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e OO scale railway modellers building traditional British goods trains, rural branch line operations, and mixed freight consists from steam and early diesel eras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this kit matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVentilated meat vans were essential to Britain’s rail-based supply chain, transporting perishable goods such as meat, dairy, and other temperature-sensitive products from rural producers to urban markets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese wagons played a key role in everyday railway operations during the steam and early diesel eras, and their distinctive slatted design adds visual variety and historical authenticity to freight formations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssemble the kit using appropriate modelling tools and adhesives, then paint and detail according to your chosen railway era. Once completed, the van can be integrated into freight trains alongside other goods wagons for realistic operational layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a plastic model kit. Assembly, paint, and glue are required. It is not a toy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dapol","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44474279067804,"sku":"DC041","price":19.79,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/DC041.webp?v=1727713843","url":"https:\/\/www.harveynorman.lol\/products\/oo-10t-ventilated-meat-van","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}