HO 50' PC&F Ex-Post Box - PFG/D&RGW #61672 Model Railroading

Vintage HO 50' PC&F Box - PFG/D&RGW #61672: A Rare Railroading Find!

Unleash your inner explorer with this extraordinary piece—a whisper of adventure, a touch of timeless elegance. Crafted for the soul that seeks beauty and embraces the unexpected, it's more than just an item; it’s a story waiting to be lived. Let it ignite your passions and add a spark of magic to your everyday.

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PROTOTYPE AND BACKGROUND INFO:

Starting in the 1960’s, insulated boxcars started to become common on most railroads. This type of car was useful for hauling canned goods or other commodities that needed to be protected from temperature extremes. The model depicted by this Athearn Genesis car was built by Pacific Car & Foundry and features different side panel construction and door types per prototype. The cars also feature a detailed cushion underframe and full brake rigging.

MODEL FEATURES:

Separate wireform grab irons, etched metal coupler platforms
Full underframe detail: air brake reservoir, control valve, and brake cylinder with plumbing and brake rod details
Weighted for optimum performance
Separately applied wire grab irons where applicable
Trucks with animated rotating bearing caps
Coupler lift bars, trainline hoses, brake hoses, and hardware
Body-mounted, McHenry® scale knuckle couplers
Machined metal wheels with RP25 contours operate on all popular brands of track
Accurately painted and printed for prototypical realism
Highly detailed, injection-molded body
Minimum radius: 18” — Recommended radius: 22”