LMS 20T Long Tube Wagon
By B. Peacock
This long wheelbase tube wagon was originally designed by the LMS, and their construction was continued by BR.
This model was built as a driving truck in 2006. The seat and footrests are positioned within the wheelbase for added stability. The seat is one piece plastic moulding including a backrest for driver comfort.
The tube load is cut into three sections and the centre sections are removable to allow the fitting of the seat. Thus the wagon can be run as a freight wagon or as a driving truck.
The sides and ends are individually planked. No side opening doors were fitted, though I would include these in any further builds.
Suspension is by coil springs, with additional shadow leaf springs. Axleboxes are needle roller bearings. A lever operated hand brake is fitted.
By B. Peacock
This long wheelbase tube wagon was originally designed by the LMS, and their construction was continued by BR.
This model was built as a driving truck in 2006. The seat and footrests are positioned within the wheelbase for added stability. The seat is one piece plastic moulding including a backrest for driver comfort.
The tube load is cut into three sections and the centre sections are removable to allow the fitting of the seat. Thus the wagon can be run as a freight wagon or as a driving truck.
The sides and ends are individually planked. No side opening doors were fitted, though I would include these in any further builds.
Suspension is by coil springs, with additional shadow leaf springs. Axleboxes are needle roller bearings. A lever operated hand brake is fitted.