Oxford railway enthusiasts have already been treated to this model in 1:76 scale and here it is in the smaller scale in exactly the same detail.
The concept for the Scammell Mechanical Horse was devised in the early 1930s by Napier & Son. The tractor unit and detachable back was a replacement for horse-drawn vehicles and Scammell Lorries Ltd so liked the idea they purchased the 3-wheeled design and following some refinements, this strong and sturdy vehicle became the favoured transport for pulling loads of several tons. A firm favourite with railway companies because of its manoeuvrability, it was a familiar sight in railway yards in particular, including LNER.
Here we see it as one of their Express Parcel Service vans, decorated in a rich dark blue with black chassis and roof and the model features a red band along the skirt of the trailer. The interesting artwork on the trailer is a scene from the Lanark Steel Works. The 1930s vintage vehicle is registered EGT 886.
Dimensions and Weights
Packed: 8.6cm x 5.4cm x 4.6cm ( L x W x H )
Unpacked: 5.9cm x 1.8cm x 1.9cm ( L x W x H )
Dimensions excludes shipping carton. Packed item comes on plinth with case.
Scale
1:120 scale means that this is 120 times smaller than the full sized vehicle(s)
For a much more detailed explanation of scale and the history please follow .