Bachmann 39-270 BR Mk1 GUV Rail Express Systems Royal Mail 95199 - OO - Boxed

Add a modern-era icon to your parcels rake with this Bachmann 39-270 BR Mk1 (NOX) GUV. Finished in the striking Rail Express Systems (RES) red and grey livery with Royal Mail branding, this model carries the running number 95199.

This Bachmann Branchline model is highly regarded for its accurate body profile, fine handle detailing, and smooth-running metal wheels. It is the perfect vehicle for modellers recreating the fast-paced mail operations of the 1990s.

A Brief History: Rail Express Systems (RES)

Rail Express Systems was created by British Rail in the early 1990s to manage the transport of mail and parcels. It became synonymous with the Travelling Post Office (TPO) and "dedicated mail" services. This era saw high-speed postal trains criss-crossing the UK overnight to ensure next-day delivery.

The most famous locomotives associated with RES were the Class 47/7s and Class 67s, often seen in matching red livery, along with Class 86 and Class 90 electrics on the West Coast Main Line. These GUV (General Utility Van) wagons were vital components of these "Red October" rakes, used for bulkier mail bags and parcels.

Product Condition:

Model: In Very Good condition. The RES livery and Royal Mail lettering are crisp and vibrant.

Box: Original box included, showing only very light age-related wear.

Key Features:

Brand: Bachmann Branchline

Scale: OO Gauge (1:76)

Livery: Rail Express Systems (Red/Grey) with Royal Mail branding

Vehicle Type: Mk1 GUV (NOX)

Running Number: 95199

Catalogue Ref: 39-270

This Bachmann model is a standout piece for anyone modelling the late BR or early privatisation era.