A.C. Gilbert Norfolk & Western (N&W) Steel-sided Gondolas
Model Manufacturer Info
Manufacturer:
A.C. Gilbert
Manufacturer ID:
24103
Prototype Info
Style:
steel-sided
Year/Era:
1940
Length:
41'6"
Volume:
1765cuft
Road Name:
Norfolk & Western (N&W)
Model Info
Gauge:
AF
Introduced:
1958
Road Number(s):
24103
Product Type:
plastic
Finish:
painted & lettered
Wheels:
hi-rail
Couplers:
AF
Product Notes:
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Notes:
Moled-in black body color that was only made in 1958. A version with Pike Master couplers was made in 1963 and 1964. Two painted variations were also made, though very rare, with either black or brown body colors.
(image copyright © Jim Hammond; used by permission)