Otter Valley 65018 FCA 52' Bulkhead Pipe Car DWC #200061 HO Scale

Explore the Otter Valley 65018 FCA 52-foot bulkhead pipe car model in HO scale. The picture might show a different road number. This HO FCA 100-ton bulkhead flatcar (DWC #200068) doesn't come with a load. It's perfect for transporting pipe and other pipe products to oil fields and producer sites, handling various pipe sizes and colored end threaded rods. It represents the era from 2016 to the present. Model features include accurately profiled side stakes based on real measurements, reinforced ends, and prototypical flooring. It has the correct size air reservoir and brake levers in the release position, metal wheels, and a knuckle coupler. There are coupler cut bars and correct air hoses. The model is newly designed using industry sources and field measurements. It has separately applied ladders, a fully detailed underbody, a near-scale draft gear box with specialized cushion detail, crisp painting, and lettering as per the prototype. Rotating wheel caps with appropriate Bremco or Timken details are included, along with full details of empty/load equipment.

Using this Otter Valley bulkhead pipe car model is easy. You can place it on your HO scale track and use it to transport your pipe and other relevant products in your model layout. When handling the model, be gentle to avoid any damage to the delicate parts like the ladders and coupler cut bars. For maintenance, keep it clean by using a soft brush to remove dust. If the wheels seem to be sticking, you can use a little bit of lubricant to keep them rotating smoothly. Store the model in a dry and cool place to prevent any paint or detail damage over time.