Hornby - zBR Maunsell Comp Diner 7841

Introducing the Hornby zBR Maunsell Comp Diner 7841, a stunning model that captures the elegance and detail of the British Railways' Era 5 dining coaches. This meticulously crafted replica showcases the exquisite Maunsell styling, renowned for its low-window design and ventilators positioned above the windows. Originally built in 1927, the Maunsell Composite Diner was designed to enhance the travel experience of third class passengers, providing them access to kitchen services typically reserved for first-class diners.

With the ability to accommodate 64 diners, this coach is not just a beautiful addition to your model railway; it is a piece of history. The interiors were revamped in 1947, transforming four of the original dining saloons into composite coaches, thus continuing their legacy in the rail industry.

The Hornby BR Maunsell Composite Diner 7841 is a perfect choice for railway enthusiasts and collectors alike. Whether you're creating a detailed model railway layout or looking to expand your collection, this model offers unmatched quality and realism. The finely detailed exterior and spacious interior make it a must-have item for those who appreciate the rich history of British rail travel.

Enhance your model railway experience with the Hornby zBR Maunsell Comp Diner 7841, and take a step back to a time of luxurious dining on the rails. Order now and add this incredible piece to your collection today!

zBR Maunsell Comp Diner 7841
HOR R40031 Hornby BR, Maunsell Composite Diner, 7841 - Era 5

Maunsell’s diagram 2652 third class dining saloons were built in 1927 to provide an area for third class passengers to make use of the kitchen services provided in first class kitchen/dining coaches. The exterior of the coaches utilised the ‘low-window’ Maunsell styling, with ventilators above the windows and doors at each end which were gently recessed to accommodate their grab handles within gauging limits. Inside, each coach could accommodate 64 diners and two toilets were located at the end of the coach furthest away from the kitchen/dining first coach. Whereas a further 40 kitchen/dining firsts were built to the same ‘low-window’ style from 1929 onwards, accompanying third class dining was felt to be better served by the new ‘high-window’ open third saloons and as a consequence, from 1930, the six third class restaurant dining saloons were reclassified as open thirds. In 1947 the six coaches received updated interiors, with 4 of the coaches becoming composite coaches and two becoming first class coaches. The four composite coaches, nos. 1365-1368, served on the South Western section of the railway network paired with diagram 2659 Kitchen & Buffet Cars.