377-475A 5 Plank China Clay Wagon GWR Grey books The metal body frame was

The metal body frame was panelled with wooden planks

tender water scoop

It also has sprung buffers and an accessory pack containing model figures

which added to their safety and integrity in the event of a collision

Turning our attention to the containers and these are just as detailed

377-475A 5 Plank China Clay Wagon GWR Grey books The metal body frame wasChina Clay Wagons were synonymous with Cornwall where the largest deposit of Kaolin, known more commonly as china clay, had first been discovered in 1746 by William Cookworthy. The resulting industry made Cornwall the pre eminent global source of china clay and as railways were established, they were used to transport the material both locally and further afield, to destinations where the material was required, like the Staffordshire potteries. The