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TOP STOPS FOR DEPOT SCENES

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Rendered in a tough resin material, these bufferstops from West Hill Wagon Works are designed to fit onto Code 75 rail (flat-bottom or bullhead), with each upright consisting of twin layers, as per the real thing.

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