Otter Valley 6457 NSC 64 Ft 6400 CuFt Scrap and Trash Gondola - CWSX #140016 N Scale

This is an Otter Valley exclusive N Scale 64 Ft 6400 CuFt Scrap and Trash Gondola - CWSX #140016. The picture might show a different road number. The NSC 64Ft Gondola is mainly used in construction and waste disposal, hauling waste to transfer sites. It's also great for transporting light - medium density steel and other scrapping materials. You can spot these cars across North America in unit or manifest train service, suitable for post - 2000 eras. The model features accurate ends and sloting from field measurements, different offset slots for 7 - rung and 8 - rung ladder cars. It's a newly designed model using industry sources and field data. It has a correct - sized air reservoir and brake levers in the release position, metal wheels, coupler cut bars, and proper air hoses. The Microtrains type Knuckle coupler, separately applied ladders, a fully detailed underbody, a near - scale draft gear box with specialized cushion detail, and crisp painting and lettering like the prototype. Wheels have appropriate Bremco or Timken parts where needed.

Using this Otter Valley N Scale Gondola is easy. You can use it to create realistic train setups for post - 2000 eras, whether in unit or manifest train service. For construction or waste disposal scenes, load it up with small items to represent waste or scrapping materials. When handling the model, be gentle to avoid damaging the separately applied ladders and other detailed parts. To maintain it, use a soft, dry cloth to clean the body and wheels regularly. Check the couplers and air hoses from time to time to make sure they are in good condition. Store it in a dry place away from direct sunlight to keep the paint and lettering looking sharp.