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EIR sheep van (1929)

This 4-wheeler wooden bodied broad-gauge sheep carrier is one of the more rare and exquisite specimens on display at the NRM. This car is manufactured by Liluah Workshops of EIR in the year 1929. Divided into four compartments in two levels, this car could carry a total of 176 sheep. Each compartment is provided with piped water supply from the overhead tank. The car is also provided with an attendant's cubicle in the central portion. Apart from vacuum braking, the sheep carrier van is also provided with hand brakes, for use during hump shunting.

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