A.C. Gilbert fantasy: Rocket Transport General Service Flat Cars
Model Manufacturer Info
Manufacturer:
A.C. Gilbert
Manufacturer ID:
24553
Prototype Info
Style:
general service
Road Name:
fantasy: Rocket Transport
Model Info
Gauge:
AF
Introduced:
1958
Road Number(s):
24553
Product Type:
plastic
Finish:
painted and lettered
Wheels:
hi-rail
Couplers:
AF
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Notes:
This car was produced through 1960 in two variations. The first, as shown in the photo, has red, white, and blue three-piece rockets. The second variation produced in 1960 has red and white one-piece rockets.
(image copyright © Ted Hamler; used by permission)