{"product_id":"dapol-6-wheel-milk-tank-satlink-western-adw2952-da7f-031-014","title":"Dapol 6 Wheel Milk Tank Satlink Western ADW2952 DA7F-031-014","description":"\u003ch2\u003e6 Wheel Milk Tank Satlink Western ADW2952\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eModel\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e1:43 Scale model produced by Dapol. This model is ready-to-run and will make a great addition to any model railway collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eModel Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1:43 Scale Model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtremely detailed and accurate body shell and chassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMany separately added fine details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSprung metal buffers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal sprung coupling hook and metal screw coupling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinely profiled wheels and axles with brass bearing pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChassis is partially compensated for smooth trouble free running\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis model is best suited to 1028mm radius curves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis model is if fitted with 3-Link style couplings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBulk milk transportation by rail began in 1931 with the introduction of 4-wheeled milk tankers, built by the Southern Railway for United Dairies. However, these early wagons suffered from poor riding characteristics and were subject to speed restrictions, limiting their efficiency in service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo address these issues, improved 6-wheeled milk tankers were developed for both United Dairies and Express Dairies. These redesigned wagons offered better stability and performance, proving highly successful. Between 1932 and 1948, more than 630 examples were constructed and operated across the UK rail network, becoming a familiar sight on milk traffic duties.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith the gradual shift of bulk milk transport to road haulage, these wagons declined in use and were largely withdrawn by the 1980s. Today, several preserved examples remain, offering a fascinating glimpse into this distinctive aspect of Britain’s railway history—an ideal addition for modellers recreating authentic freight operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e","brand":"Dapol","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57708577456501,"sku":"DA7F-031-014","price":74.37,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0689\/4590\/3920\/files\/da7f-031-014_1.jpg?v=1793472380","url":"https:\/\/accessmodels.co.uk\/products\/dapol-6-wheel-milk-tank-satlink-western-adw2952-da7f-031-014","provider":"Access Models","version":"1.0","type":"link"}