Heritage Edition QR 'ALY' Steel Louvred Van – ALY1 (1964–1967) As Built – 4 Car Set – HOn3½ 12mm Gauge

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Heritage Edition Queensland Rail ALY Steel Louvred Van – ALY1 As Built (1964–1967) – 4 Car Set – HOn3½ (12mm Gauge)

Recreate the golden era of Queensland Rail freight operations with this highly detailed Heritage Edition ALY Steel Louvred Van Set, representing the original "As Built" appearance of these iconic wagons between 1964 and 1967.

This four-car set faithfully reproduces the ALY class steel louvred vans used extensively across the Queensland Rail narrow gauge network. Featuring authentic detailing, accurate livery application and prototypical wagon numbering, these models are ideal for modellers depicting Queensland freight operations during the steam-to-diesel transition era.

Designed for HOn3½ (12mm gauge) track systems, the ALY vans make an excellent addition to mixed freight consists, branch line operations and heritage-era layouts.

Features

✔ Heritage Edition Queensland Rail prototype
✔ ALY1 Steel Louvred Van – As Built configuration
✔ Authentic 1964–1967 era detailing
✔ Four-wagon set
✔ Ready-to-run model
✔ Fine louvre and underframe detailing
✔ Accurate Queensland Rail markings and numbering
✔ Suitable for HOn3½ (12mm gauge) layouts

Perfect For

• Queensland Rail heritage layouts
• 1960s Queensland railway operations
• Steam and early diesel eras
• Branch line freight services
• Narrow gauge enthusiasts
• Queensland prototype collections

Specifications

Railway: Queensland Rail (QR)
Class: ALY Steel Louvred Van
Configuration: ALY1 As Built (1964–1967)
Quantity: 4 Wagons
Scale: HO Scale (1:87)
Gauge: HOn3½ (12mm Narrow Gauge)
Type: Ready-to-Run (RTR)

The ALY class became a common sight throughout Queensland, carrying general freight across the state's extensive narrow-gauge network. This Heritage Edition set captures these wagons as they first appeared in service, making them a valuable addition for both operators and collectors.

A must-have for any serious Queensland Rail HOn3½ modeller or collector.