Otter Valley 64104 NSC 64 Ft 6400 CuFt Scrap and Trash Gondola - AIMX #23004 HO Scale

This Otter Valley Railroad exclusive HO scale NSC 64 Ft 6400 CuFt Scrap and Trash Gondola (AIMX #23004) is a must - have for model train enthusiasts. It's mainly used in construction and waste disposal industries in real - life, hauling waste to transfer sites or carrying light - to - medium density steel and other scrapping materials. You can spot these cars across North America in unit or manifest train services. Post - 2000 era model with great features! It has accurate ends and sloting based on field measurements, different offset slots for 7 - rung and 8 - rung ladder cars. The model is designed using industry sources and field data. It comes with the correct size air reservoir and brake levers in the'release' position, metal wheels, coupler cut bars, correct air hoses, and a knuckle coupler. Separately applied ladders, a fully detailed underbody, a near - scale size draft gear box with specialized cushion detail, crisp painting and lettering per prototype, and rotating roller - bearing wheel caps with appropriate Bremco or Timken. Note: The picture might show a different road number.

Using this Otter Valley HO scale scrap and trash gondola model is easy. Just connect it to your model train set using the knuckle coupler. You can place it in either a unit train or a manifest train. When it comes to maintenance, keep it clean. Use a soft brush to gently remove dust from the body, wheels, and underbody. Avoid using harsh chemicals as they may damage the paint and details. Store it in a dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent fading of the paint and lettering. Be careful when handling the separately applied ladders and other small parts to avoid breakage.