GWR 58725 Improvised Gunpowder Van
GWR 58725 Improvised Gunpowder Van | |
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GWR 58725 Improvised Gunpowder Van | |
Built By | GWR Swindon |
Status | Operational |
Number | 58725 |
Other Numbers | W 204988 |
History | |
Built | 1896 |
Diagram | V6 |
Lot | 117 |
Type | 4-wheel ventilated van |
Capacity | 10 tons |
Telegraphic code | CONE |
1977 | Arrived on SVR |
1985 | GWR 150 main line appearance |
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Preservation
58725 arrived on the SVR in April 1977 from Cashmores at Great Bridge, carrying the BR(W) number W 204988.[3] Evidence of its SR livery was discovered during restoration in 1980,[2] which mainly involved the replacement of a quantity of defective steelwork and the return of the van to a CONE in black livery with a red cross.[4]
In 1985, 58725 appeared on the main line when it was used in the GW 150 demonstration freight train which ran to Newport behind GWR freight loco 2857.[5]
58725 received further repaints as a CONE in 1997[6] and 2011 (roof only).[7] It was most recently overhauled and repainted as a gunpowder van during 2015, the work mainly involving new door lintels and replacement of the steel panels on two doors.[8]. The main picture shows the van at Highley shortly after that overhaul.
58725 is owned by The GWR 813 Preservation Fund.