5 plank open wagons were the most common general goods wagon and were standardised by the RCH in 1923. They had a capacity of 12 tons (depending on the load); many were privately owned and carried on in use post nationalisation.
The Dapol O gauge model of the 5 plank open wagon features:
Finely moulded body and chassis with internal detail represented
Opening side doors
Finely applied livery and printed details
Weathered finish
Profiled wheels and axels with brass bearing pockets
Metal sprung buffers
3 link metal coupling chain with sprung coupling hook
