The Walthers 910 - 5398 is a 60 - foot Pullman - Standard Flatcar in HO scale, specifically the EL Erie #8219. Note that the picture might show a different road number. This flatcar is an ideal addition to your 1960s and later HO scale layout. Based on over 4,000 cars built by Pullman - Standard starting in the mid - 1960s, many of these cars are still in use today. Throughout their service, they've hauled a wide range of cargo, from logs to intermodal trailers and containers. It comes in various configurations, with decks that are superbly detailed. The decks feature the right board pattern, realistic wood grain, and bolt details. These 60 - foot general - service flatcars are heavily weighted and come with 33 - foot turned - metal wheels and Proto MAX(TM) metal knuckle couplers, ensuring great performance whether loaded or empty. Limited quantity available! One - time run of these road numbers, so order now. It's the backbone of the TTX 60 - foot flatcar fleet, and similar cars are used by many railroads. It can ship all kinds of general freight, auto and truck frames, canisters, farm equipment, construction machinery, military vehicles, containers, logs, lumber, building materials, 20 - foot and 40 - foot containers, and 45 - foot or 48 - foot trailers. It also has a brake wheel cutout as appropriate, detailed brake gear with piping, 70 - ton roller bearing trucks, and the correct 33 - foot turned metal wheelsets.
Using this HO scale flatcar is easy. Just place it on your HO scale train track and start loading it up with various types of cargo like logs, containers, or trailers. You can use it to create a realistic 1960s or later layout. When handling the flatcar, be gentle to avoid any damage to the detailed parts such as the decks and couplers. For maintenance, keep it clean from dust and dirt. You can use a soft brush to clean the decks and wheels. Check the couplers regularly to make sure they are working properly. If you notice any loose parts, you can use a small amount of glue to fix them, but be careful not to get glue on other parts. Store the flatcar in a dry and cool place to prevent any warping or damage over time.
