SDS MODELS HO 8300 #8104 Break Van AVAY5-J 1950s

SDS MODELS HO 8300 #8104 Break Van AVAY5-J 1950sSAR 8300 Series Brake Van HO Scale Recreate the evolution of South Australian Railways rolling stock with this highly detailed HO scale model of the 8300 series brake van. Produced to reflect the 1947 48 steel construction design, these vans were built at Islington Workshops to replace aging timber brake vans and represent a key era in Australian rail history. Model Features: Authentic 1: 87 HO scale reproduction of the SAR 83008313 series Injection

SAR 8300 Series Brake Van – HO Scale

Recreate the evolution of South Australian Railways rolling stock with this highly detailed HO scale model of the 8300 series brake van. Produced to reflect the 1947/48 steel construction design, these vans were built at Islington Workshops to replace aging timber brake vans and represent a key era in Australian rail history.

Model Features:

• Authentic 1:87 HO scale reproduction of the SAR 8300–8313 series

• Injection-moulded steel-look body with fine detail

• Two goods compartments and a fully detailed Guards section including seat, desk, stove, and toilet facilities

• Roof-mounted periscopes in the Guards area

• Accurate paint schemes reflecting original Regal Red livery, black roof, and later all-over Regal Red; select models feature white finishes

• Later AN Green and Yellow “AVAY” recoding included

• Semi-scale metal wheels for smooth running

• Kadee® scale head whisker couplers for realistic operation

This ready-to-run model combines historical accuracy with superior functionality, making it ideal for collectors and serious modelers seeking to add an iconic SAR brake van to their HO layout.