Walthers Rolling Stock Grand Trunk Western #591263 (Boxcar Red, Leaf Logo) 50' Double-Door Automobile Boxcar w/End Doors - Ready to Run - Platinum Line
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Walthers Rolling Stock Grand Trunk Western #591263 (Boxcar Red, Leaf Logo)50' Double-Door Automobile Boxcar w/End Doors - Ready to Run - Platinum Line
Walthers Part # 932-41653
Great for Late Steam & Diesel-Era Layouts * Prototypes in Service 1942-75 * Authentic 5/5 Dreadnaught End * Correct Standard Car End Door * Youngstown Corrugated Side Doors * Factory-installed Grab Irons * Proto MAX(TM) Metal Knuckle Couplers * RP-25 Metal Wheels
Originating in the 1890s to carry wagons, 50' boxcars were adapted to the needs of the automotive industry early in the 20th century with double side doors for easy loading at docks, and opening doors at one end for use at ramps. In 1942, the Association of American Railroads (AAR) adopted a new standard all-steel design that included the latest pressed steel ends and doors. As the US geared up for WWII, major car builders turned out cars of this type in record numbers. Although seldom used for autos since they lacked internal racks, the cars proved perfect for big and heavy freight like highway trucks, machinery, aircraft parts and more that could be loaded through the end doors. The large capacity also made them ideal for appliances, lumber and furniture. As a result, cars of this type were in regular service into the mid-70s on many roads. These models are an authentic replica, complete with straight or notched side sills, 5/5 Dreadnaught end, end door with steel centerbeam, double 7' 6" Youngstown corrugated doors with four sections and narrow seam panels, AB brakes and other details to match the prototypes.
Over half of all new autos make their first long trip by train, riding in enclosed tri-level auto rack cars. Since autos are smaller and shorter than trucks or vans, the third deck increases carrying capacity; usually 15 mid-size or 18 compact cars make up a full load. As some of the longest and tallest equipment in operation, tunnels, bridges or other obstructions can present routing problems that require detours. To avoid this, a modified tri-level design was introduced in the mid 1970s. The 89' flat car that carries the rack is a special low-level car, easily identified by the side-sill cut outs that provide left and right side clearance for the trucks. In place of the usual 33" wheels, these cars ride on smaller 28" wheels to further reduce overall height. In service with most major roads, they can be found in the staging areas of every auto assembly plant, as well as reloading with import cars for their return trip.
Fully assembled and ready for service, these HO Scale models come in a variety of colorful, modern schemes and are complete with separately molded side ladders, factory-installed grab irons, Proto MAX(TM) metal knuckle couplers, RP-25 wheels and more. They're perfect for modeling bridge traffic moving across your layout.
* Limited-Edition - One-Time Run of These Roadnumbers
* Revised, Separately Molded Side Ladders
* RP-25 Metal Wheelsets
* Proto MAX(TM) Metal Knuckle Couplers
Walthers Rolling Stock Grand Trunk Western #591263 (Boxcar Red, Leaf Logo)50' Double-Door Automobile Boxcar w/End Doors - Ready to Run - Platinum Line
Walthers Part # 932-41653
Great for Late Steam & Diesel-Era Layouts * Prototypes in Service 1942-75 * Authentic 5/5 Dreadnaught End * Correct Standard Car End Door * Youngstown Corrugated Side Doors * Factory-installed Grab Irons * Proto MAX(TM) Metal Knuckle Couplers * RP-25 Metal Wheels
Originating in the 1890s to carry wagons, 50' boxcars were adapted to the needs of the automotive industry early in the 20th century with double side doors for easy loading at docks, and opening doors at one end for use at ramps. In 1942, the Association of American Railroads (AAR) adopted a new standard all-steel design that included the latest pressed steel ends and doors. As the US geared up for WWII, major car builders turned out cars of this type in record numbers. Although seldom used for autos since they lacked internal racks, the cars proved perfect for big and heavy freight like highway trucks, machinery, aircraft parts and more that could be loaded through the end doors. The large capacity also made them ideal for appliances, lumber and furniture. As a result, cars of this type were in regular service into the mid-70s on many roads. These models are an authentic replica, complete with straight or notched side sills, 5/5 Dreadnaught end, end door with steel centerbeam, double 7' 6" Youngstown corrugated doors with four sections and narrow seam panels, AB brakes and other details to match the prototypes.
Over half of all new autos make their first long trip by train, riding in enclosed tri-level auto rack cars. Since autos are smaller and shorter than trucks or vans, the third deck increases carrying capacity; usually 15 mid-size or 18 compact cars make up a full load. As some of the longest and tallest equipment in operation, tunnels, bridges or other obstructions can present routing problems that require detours. To avoid this, a modified tri-level design was introduced in the mid 1970s. The 89' flat car that carries the rack is a special low-level car, easily identified by the side-sill cut outs that provide left and right side clearance for the trucks. In place of the usual 33" wheels, these cars ride on smaller 28" wheels to further reduce overall height. In service with most major roads, they can be found in the staging areas of every auto assembly plant, as well as reloading with import cars for their return trip.
Fully assembled and ready for service, these HO Scale models come in a variety of colorful, modern schemes and are complete with separately molded side ladders, factory-installed grab irons, Proto MAX(TM) metal knuckle couplers, RP-25 wheels and more. They're perfect for modeling bridge traffic moving across your layout.
* Limited-Edition - One-Time Run of These Roadnumbers
* Revised, Separately Molded Side Ladders
* RP-25 Metal Wheelsets
* Proto MAX(TM) Metal Knuckle Couplers
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