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The LS Models 31105 set brings together two SNCF FAL hopper wagons in HO scale, carrying running numbers 545501 and 544591. Both belong to the DM series and are presented in the dark grey livery characteristic of this type of freight rolling stock. The set is aimed at modellers who want to build or expand a freight consist with Epoch III material, and comes in kit format: the detail parts are assembled by the modeller themselves, allowing for a more careful and personalised finish.
Two FAL wagons for an Epoch III freight consist
FAL hopper wagons are a type of low-sided open freight wagon, common in SNCF freight consists during Epoch III. On a layout, this type of wagon adds variety of silhouette without breaking the visual continuity of the train: its low profile and neutral colour work well in mixed freight trains as well as more specific consists. Having two units from the same series helps the set gain length and coherence within the convoy.
Confirmed technical data
The set runs on two-rail DC (analogue). Couplers follow the NEM standard, with fixed buffers and crochets de boucle. Minimum running radius is 360 mm. The wagons are made of plastic, with low sides (bords bas) and a dark grey finish. The printed running numbers are 545501 and 544591, corresponding to the DM + DM series of the SNCF.
Kit format and detail
This set is presented as a sachet de détaillage à monter that is, with detail parts for the modeller to assemble. For those who enjoy the building process, this allows greater control over the final result. Once assembled, the two wagons can be integrated directly into any Epoch III freight consist, giving the train that worked and complete feel that sets a carefully built layout apart from a merely functional one.