Otter Valley 6437 NSC 64 Ft 6400 CuFt Scrap and Trash Gondola - CDEX #16168 N Scale

This is an Otter Valley exclusive N Scale NSC 64 Ft 6400 CuFt Scrap and Trash Gondola, CDEX #16168. 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 carrying light - to - medium density steel and other scrapping materials from scrap yards to end - users. You can see these cars across North America in unit or manifest train services, suitable for post - 2000 eras. Model features include accurate ends and sloting from field measurements, different offset slots for 7 - rung and 8 - rung ladder cars. It's a brand - new model designed with industry sources and field data. It has the right - sized air reservoir and brake levers in the release position, metal wheels, coupler cut bars, correct air hoses, Microtrains type Knuckle couplers, 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. The wheels have appropriate Bremco or Timken components.

Using this Otter Valley N Scale gondola is easy. You can use it in your model train setup to represent real - life waste hauling or material transport scenarios. Just connect it to your train using the Microtrains type Knuckle couplers. When handling the model, be gentle as the separately applied ladders and other small parts can be delicate. For maintenance, you can 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. Avoid exposing the model to extreme temperatures or humidity, as this can damage the paint and other components.