BR DB 992897 Ballast Hopper Built 1956

BR DB 992897 Ballast Hopper Built 1956

Present Location Midsomer Norton
County Location Bath & North East Somerset
Designed For BR
Built By Metro Cammell
General Type 4w Steel Hopper
Specific Type Dogfish
First Number DB 992897
Present Number DB 992897
Commodity Ballast
TOPS Code ZFV
Owner Private
Diagram Number 1/587
Lot Number 2820
Status Awaiting restoration
Condition Fair
Capacity (tons) 24
Operating Yes
Stored In the open
Number of Wheels 4
Gauge 4ft 8 1/2in
Wheelbase 14 ft
Rarity Many
Additional Notes Ex Swindon & Cricklade 12/5/19.
Inspected By Andrew Jenkins
Date Inspected 24/01/2026
Main Photo Taken By Andrew Jenkins
Date of Image 24/01/2026
Record Last Updated 13/02/2026

     








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