{"product_id":"dapol-oo-brake-van-kit","title":"Dapol OO Brake Van Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eOO BRAKE VAN KIT\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFeaturing:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e Rolling Stock Type \u0026amp; Purpose: Traditional British brake van used at the end of freight trains, providing braking assistance and a protected workspace for the guard.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Scale \u0026amp; Gauge Compatibility: OO scale (1:76); designed for OO gauge track systems.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Construction \u0026amp; Finish: Injection-moulded plastic body with printed or moulded detailing for authentic period appearance; non-powered.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Layout Integration: Standard OO couplings for easy attachment to freight wagons and locomotives.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e Scale: OO (1:76)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Model: Brake Van Kit\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Material: Injection-moulded plastic\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Assembly: Ready-to-run or kit-built (depending on variant)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Paint\/Glue: Required if supplied as kit (not included)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Recommended Age: 14+\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Power Requirement: None\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Compatibility Notes: Suitable for OO gauge freight trains and mixed consists\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Included: One OO scale brake van\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePerfect for: OO scale railway modellers building authentic British freight formations, especially steam and early diesel-era layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhy this kit matters\u003c\/p\u003e \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 \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 \u003cp\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/p\u003e \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 \u003cp\u003eThis is a plastic model kit. Assembly, paint, and glue may be required depending on version. It is not a toy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DAPOL","offers":[{"title":"Hobbyco","offer_id":40428592595145,"sku":"10071925","price":19.79,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0024\/9803\/5810\/files\/8e54d5c33e9a455697526a8e5f5abe8a.jpg?v=1782363892","url":"https:\/\/www.jbhifi.com.au\/products\/dapol-oo-brake-van-kit","provider":"JB Hi-Fi","version":"1.0","type":"link"}