BR 21254 Brake Composite Corridor

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BR 21254 Brake Composite Corridor
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BR Brake Composite Corridor 21254
Built By BR Derby
Status In service
Number 21254
Other numbers W21254, E21254
History
Built 1963
Diagram 171
Lot 30731
Type BCK
Seats 12 first, 18 standard
1981 Preserved on SVR

Carriages

21254 is a BR Mk 1 Brake Corridor Composite (BCK) carriage, having two first class and three second class compartments as well as a small guard's compartment. Only 276 of this type were built; they were often used on overnight sleeper trains.[1]

21254 was built at Derby in 1963 to diagram number 171 lot number 30731.[2] Prior to withdrawal from service in 1981 it was noted in use on the "Night Scotsman" services into Kings Cross.

Contents

21254 in preservation

It arrived on the SVR in August 1981, having been purchased by a trustee of The Erlestoke Manor Fund.[1]

In May 2017 it was undergoing restoration with all 10 doors, including locks, serviced, plus a full repaint.[3]

It was photographed in March 2015 as part of the BR Maroon set.

References

  1. 1.0 1.1 SVR Stock Book 9th Edition
  2. Railway Heritage Register Carriage Survey
  3. SVR 'Branch Lines' e-newsletter May 2017

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See also