{"product_id":"oo-fruit-d-gwr-2839-weathered","title":"OO Fruit D GWR 2839 Weathered","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOO Fruit D GWR 2839 Weathered delivers a highly detailed Great Western Railway fruit van for OO scale layouts, ideal for period goods trains and realistic mixed freight operations.\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\u003eGWR Fruit D Design:\u003c\/b\u003e OO scale Fruit D ventilated van, No.2839, representing the Great Western Railway’s specialised perishable goods stock used for transporting fruit and fresh produce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWeathered Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Pre-applied weathering effect to replicate heavy in-service use, including dirt accumulation and faded paint typical of long-distance freight operations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVentilated Body Construction:\u003c\/b\u003e Slatted sides designed to allow airflow, essential for transporting perishable goods across the GWR network.\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 model with printed GWR lettering, fine plank detail, and realistic weathering; non-powered rolling stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLayout Integration:\u003c\/b\u003e Standard OO couplings for use in freight rakes, goods yards, and branch line goods services.\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\u003eRailway:\u003c\/b\u003e Great Western Railway (GWR)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eModel:\u003c\/b\u003e Fruit D Ventilated Van\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRunning Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 2839\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e Weathered\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\u003eCompatibility Notes:\u003c\/b\u003e Suitable for OO gauge freight operations and GWR-era goods formations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e OO scale railway modellers recreating GWR branch lines, rural goods traffic, and mixed freight services in steam and early BR eras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this kit matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFruit D vans were an important part of British railway logistics, designed to transport perishable goods such as fruit and vegetables from rural areas to urban markets. Their ventilated construction helped reduce spoilage during transit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis weathered example reflects the heavy usage these wagons experienced, adding authenticity and operational realism to freight trains and goods yard scenes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo assembly is required. Simply place the wagon into service on your OO gauge layout and integrate it into GWR goods trains, mixed freight consists, or branch line operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a plastic model. Assembly, paint, and glue are not required. It is not a toy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dapol","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44474276872348,"sku":"D4F014014","price":44.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/D4F014014.jpg?v=1730132814","url":"https:\/\/www.harveynorman.lol\/products\/oo-fruit-d-gwr-2839-weathered","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}