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 and loaned to the Southern Railway in 1938. Modifications included the blocking of the vents at each end. It was reconverted back to a standard goods van upon it's return to the GWRGreat Western Railway in 1945. Currently restored as a gunpowder van.[1]

See Also

List of goods wagons

Links

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

References

  1. http://http://www.gwr813.org/news_2014.htm