GWR 565 Churchward 'Python' CCT (Covered Carriage Truck) built 1914

GWR 565 Churchward 'Python' CCT (Covered Carriage Truck) built 1914

GWR 565 Churchward 'Python' CCT (Covered Carriage Truck) built 1914
GWR 565 Churchward 'Python' CCT (Covered Carriage Truck) built 1914

 

Present Location Didcot
County Location Oxfordshire
Designed For GWR
Build Location Swindon
Diagram number P19
Lot number 1238
Type CCTY
First Number 565
Later Numbers ADW150265
Present Number None
Gauge 4ft 8 1/2in
Wheel Arrangement 4 wheel
Original Underframe Yes
Original Bogies/Wheelsets Yes
Additional Notes "Python". P 1976 by GWS. Only survivor of type. Build date 1919 has been suggested, but Didcot maintain 1914. Bunk beds installed, in use as volunteer accommodation. Part way through repaint into full GWR chocolate when seen 8/04.
Owner Great Western Preservations Ltd
External Structural Condition Fair
Internal Structural Condition Fair
Underframe Condition Satisfactory
External Finish Fair
Internal Finish Fair
Degree of External Originality As left Departmental service
Degree of Internal Originality As left Departmental service
Degree of Underframe/Running Gear Originality As left Departmental service
Degree of External Authenticity Fair
Degree of Internal Authenticity Fair
Degree of Underframe Authenticity Good
Rarity Unique
Historical Importance Some Importance
Storage Secure Open
Operating No
Survey Date 20/08/2004
Surveyor Kevin Stroud
Photo Date 03/11/2011
Photo by Nigel Hunt
At Risk No
Date Record Last Updated 18/01/2023


 

 














 

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