Dundas Models 009 DM20 WW1 War Department Bogies Kit (Pair)

Upgrade your scratch-building projects or restore classic rolling stock with the Dundas Models WW1 War Department Bogies (Pair). Designed for OO9 narrow gauge layouts, this detailed bogie set is based on the robust War Department design used beneath a wide variety of First World War military wagons and coaches.

The kit includes a pair of one-piece plastic bogie frames with metal wheels, making it an excellent choice for scratch-builders or modellers looking to create custom rolling stock. These versatile bogies are suitable for military, industrial and heritage railway projects, accurately reflecting the components that continued in service long after the First World War thanks to their durable construction.

Assembly is required before use. Bemo OO9 couplings are required but are not included. Designed for use with OO9 narrow gauge rolling stock, scratch-building projects and wagon conversions.

Features:

• OO9 narrow gauge War Department bogies.
• Includes one pair of detailed bogies.
• Supplied with metal wheels.
• Ideal for scratch-building and wagon conversions.

Contents:

• Pair of one-piece plastic bogies.
• Metal wheels.
• Assembly instructions.

Historical Background

During the First World War, the British War Department developed a large fleet of bogie rolling stock for use on its extensive 60cm gauge military railway network. These bogies were designed to support heavy-duty freight and specialist vehicles operating close to the front lines, where reliability and ease of maintenance were essential.

Following the end of the war, thousands of surplus bogies and wagons were sold to industrial companies and public narrow gauge railways throughout Britain and beyond. Their strong, practical design ensured they remained in service beneath a wide range of freight wagons, passenger coaches and maintenance vehicles for many years, with examples of this distinctive bogie type still preserved on heritage railways today.