A.C. Gilbert U.S. Air Force General Service Flat Cars
Model Manufacturer Info
Manufacturer:
A.C. Gilbert
Manufacturer ID:
24574
Prototype Info
Style:
general service
Road Name:
U.S. Air Force
Model Info
Gauge:
AF
Introduced:
1960
Road Number(s):
24574
Product Type:
plastic
Finish:
painted and lettered
Wheels:
hi-rail
Couplers:
AF
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Notes:
This car was produced in 1960 and 1961 in two variations. The first variation produced in 1960, as shown in the photo, has sintered-iron trucks and knuckle couplers. The second variation produced in 1961 has Pike-Master trucks and couplers. The load is two rocket fuel containers.
(image copyright © Ted Hamler; used by permission)