SDS Models Victorian Railways RY open wagon, numbered RY187, featuring 7-inch imperial lettering.

This is a single ready-to-run wagon in brand-new condition and is supplied unboxed.

Prototype History

The origins of the RY wagon date back to 1928, when the Victorian Railways began constructing batches of outside-sill open wagons. Built between 1928 and 1934, these riveted wagons were originally coded IZ, featured buffers and had a nominal capacity of 25 tons.

From the mid-1960s, the wagons were progressively recoded RY. During their later service lives, many received HY-style welded replacement end panels, while others were rebuilt with entirely new welded steel bodies.

Most of the class had been withdrawn by the late 1970s. Around 60 were converted into KQ container wagons, while a further 248 were converted into GY wagons for bulk-product traffic.

Product Details

• Manufacturer: SDS Models

• Prototype: Victorian Railways RY open wagon

• Running number: RY187

• Lettering: 7-inch imperial

• Scale: HO, 1:87

• Quantity: One wagon

• Condition: Brand new

• Packaging: Unboxed

Please note: This model is in brand-new condition but is supplied without its original box and may show very minor signs of handling or storage. Any known faults, damage or notable details relating to the model will be mentioned in the product description and shown in the photos where possible.

All orders are shipped through Australia Post. Postage insurance is available as an optional extra and can be selected at checkout.