Graham Farish 20T Brake Van
377-526B
British Railways standardised their brake van design on that developed by the LNER and, consequently, one normally finds one basic model used for both LNER and BR standard variations. The van had a small compartment with a narrow verandah at either end and, beyond each verandah, there was a platform giving the impression that the chassis was too large for the body. However, the longer chassis ensured a steadier ride. On BR standard brake vans a raised grab-rail was provided along the edges of the two platforms. Each van also had a ducket on either side to give the guard a view along the train without having to leave his cabin. Our review sample is in BR grey and numbered B951759.