We have just received Heljan's latest batches of their O Gauge BR Mark 1 Brake Gangway coaches and BR Mark 1 General Utility Vans into stock!
A number of new models are available from both ranges, including re-runs of popular liveries as well as some new variations never produced in the range before.
In Stock Now
Mk1 Brake Gangway (BG) Coaches
Mk1 General Utility Vans (GUVs)
Product Features
Highly detailed models with separately fitted parts including handrails, handles, full underframe relief and more
Accurate tooling variations for each coach type including different bogies and buffers
Sprung metal screw link couplings
Sprung metal buffers
Intricate livery application and printing
Detailed interiors
Prototype Information
BR Mark 1 BG
The brake gangwayed or BG coach (also known as a full brake) is a type of British Railways Mark 1 passenger brake van . It has a guard's compartment in the centre and two large areas either side for storing luggage. They were a very versatile type of coach and could be found all over the British Railways network and some are still in use today - although not in conventional use.
The British Railways Mark 1 BG was shorter than most other types of Mark 1 coach β the BGs being 57 feet (17.37 m) whereas most other designs were 63 feet (19.20 m). This was so the BG could go everywhere unlike their other Mark 1 counterparts which were banned from some station platforms because of their length.
BR Mark 1 GUV
British Rail built a large number of Mk1 General Utility Vans for the purpose of transporting mail and parcels around the network. Later in life, these versatile vans saw conversion for use on Motorail services and for other purposes. A few examples can still be seen dotted around the network and several have also made their way into preservation.
