{"product_id":"oo-brake-van","title":"OO BRAKE VAN KIT","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOO BRAKE VAN KIT\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\u003eRolling Stock Type \u0026amp; Purpose:\u003c\/b\u003e Traditional British brake van used at the end of freight trains, providing braking assistance and a protected workspace for the guard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eScale \u0026amp; Gauge Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e OO scale (1:76); designed for OO gauge track systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eConstruction \u0026amp; Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Injection-moulded plastic body with printed or moulded detailing for authentic period appearance; non-powered.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLayout Integration:\u003c\/b\u003e Standard OO couplings for easy attachment to freight wagons and locomotives.\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 Brake Van Kit\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 or kit-built (depending on variant)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePaint\/Glue:\u003c\/b\u003e Required if supplied as kit (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 freight trains and mixed consists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/b\u003e One OO scale brake van\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e OO scale railway modellers building authentic British freight formations, especially steam and early diesel-era layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this kit matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrake vans were an essential part of British railway operations, used at the rear of freight trains to provide additional braking force before continuous brakes became standard. They also served as a safe position for the guard, offering visibility of the train in motion and enabling emergency intervention when required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model adds historical accuracy and operational realism to freight consists, particularly for pre-1980s British Rail and regional railway layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the brake van at the rear of a freight train consist. Ensure it is correctly coupled and runs freely on OO gauge track. It requires no power and operates as a passive rolling stock item, enhancing both realism and train composition accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a plastic model kit. Assembly, paint, and glue may be required depending on version. It is not a toy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dapol","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44474276184220,"sku":"DC038","price":19.79,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/DC038.webp?v=1727713829","url":"https:\/\/www.harveynorman.lol\/products\/oo-brake-van","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}