5 Plank Wagon Wooden Floor NE Grey OO gauge A nicely detailed model of a 5 plank open wagon painted in the London & North Eastern Railways' goods grey livery, lettered NE. Most railway company 5 plank wagons were used as general merchandise wagons, conveying any kind of load which could be placed in an open wagon and sheeted down for weather protection. 7 plank wagons were preferred for minerals and coal service, which helped keep the lower-sided wagons clean. The Bachmann Branchline range of wagons is justifiably regarded by many as the finest on the market. With nearly 200 wagons on offer in this years range, youre sure to find the vehicle you need for any goods train on your layout.