| The Bristol MW (Medium Weight) replaced the LS model in 1957. In shape and
size the two were interchangeable but with a separate chassis and therefore heavier. The MW bus had a shallower windscreen divided
horizontally with the upper part raked back. The two leaf entrance door was contoured to
fit the new front. A small grille was a distinguishing feature on the centre front (some
later models were fitted with a high grille for the Cave-Brown-Cave heating system).
The initial examples had an upright back
but this was disliked and soon changed to one similar to the LS bus.
The kit is based on a Dual Purpose version
of the 2nd series which featured the smaller 2 part destination screens allowing for
larger rear windows and includes coach seats. Additional side mouldings are detailed which
varies slightly among operators. |
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The kit comprises
- One piece resin body.
- One piece resin seating unit and chassis.
- Metal base plate
- Steering wheel and column
- Push fit composite rubber wheel set with
axles
- Silver printed windscreen and glazing set.
- Front grille and wing transfer
In identifying a particular D.P to model,
photographs are essential as batches and companies had some variants.
Some examples of the series 2 kit as
modelled were supplied to the following companies. Bristol Omnibus Co, Durham District
Services, Crosville, Cumberland, Eastern Counties, Eastern National, Hants & Dorset,
Lincolnshire, Red & White, Southern National, Thames Valley, United, United Counties,
Western National, West Yorkshire, Wilts & Dorset. |
