Wrenn P3 (1978-79) BR Brown 20T Guards Van B950350 model W4310

Offering for sale an alternative example of a Wrenn “BR” 4 Wheeled Guards Van model reference number W4310. This model was introduced by Wrenn in 1974 and production continued for a period of six years until 1980.

The van is finished in brown with NO logo and running number B950350. The item is complete with original box, inner yellow sleeve and packaging. Wrenn also produced alternative models too during the same period primary difference colourway and running numbers.

All freight trains used to have a Goods Brake / Guard Van at the rear in which the Guard rode. His duties varied according to the type and itinerary of the train. Many goods trains contained wagons without automatic (vacuum) brakes or a through brake pipe. The guard had to be familiar with the geography of the route and to be prepared to apply the handbrake on long descending gradients to assist the locomotive with braking.