GWR 58725 Improvised Gunpowder Van

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GWRGreat Western Railway 58725 Improvised Gunpowder Van

Originally built as an Iron MinkGWR telegraphic code signifying a covered goods van in 1896, 58725 was converted to an Improvised Gunpowder Van in 1938. Modifications included the blocking of the vents at each end. It was reconverted back to a standard goods van in 1945. Currently restored as a gunpowder van.

See Also

List of goods wagons

Links

58725 on www.gwr813.org
58725 on www.vintagecarriagestrust.org