The continued need to transport bulk minerals lead British Railways to design steel bodied wagons that became ubiquitous. Hornby’s growing range of TT:120 scale freight rolling stock continues to grow and the new 21-ton wagon suitable to any model railway, large or small. Available to buy now from the Key Model World Shop.

Originating as a standardised design for new steel-bodied mineral wagons in the early 1950s, the 21-ton open wagon replaced ageing wooden-plank wagons with a modern high-capacity replacement. Later classified as MDV in the mid-1960s, the 21-ton could be seen across the UK to transport all types of mineral from domestic coal to iron ore into the 1970s.

Hornby’s new TT:120 21-ton open wagon includes 2277, an example decorated in the unusual private owner livery of Glenhafod, Port Talbot, and features a striking black livery with clearly defined white lettering. The model features a detailed underframe, with plain axle boxes, two side drop doors and one end unloading door.

While decorated for a South Wales prototype, the Hornby TT:120 scale model is accurate for the late 1960s (eras 6) and can inject variety into diesel-hauled freight trains of the period. Appropriate for use in any freight train or goods yard shunting puzzle, the 21-ton mineral wagon is a key item of rolling stock for TT:120.

Product highlights include:

• 21-Ton Mineral Wagon 2277 in Glenhafod, Port Talbot black
• NEM standard removable couplings
• Turned metal wheels
• High detail moulded underframe
• Wide appeal and universal operation for layouts of the 1960s (eras 5/6)

Learn more about Hornby TT:120 with our full layout build video series here.

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