A.C. Gilbert Deep Rock Refining (DPRX) Steel Frame, Riveted, 1-dome Tank Cars

Prototype Info

Car Type:

steel frame, riveted, 1-dome

Car Owner:

Deep Rock Refining (DPRX)

Model Manufacturer Info

Manufacturer:

A.C. Gilbert

Manufacturer ID:

24320

Gauge:

Year Introduced:

1960

Road Number(s):

24320

Product Type:

plastic

Finish:

painted & lettered

Wheels:

hi-rail

Couplers:

Magazine Article:

NASG Dispatch, Sep 2018, pg 31 (ACG tank car frames and couplers)

Magazine Article:

S Gaugian, May 2003, pg 18 (what the ACG tank car's real-world prototype is; includes scaled drawing)

Online Article:

More Photos

Supplemental Part:

Brake Wheel Stands

Supplemental Part:

Dome Platform

Notes:

This car has solid, non-operating couplers. These couplers were offered on just a few low-end cars produced by Gilbert around 1960, which did not have railings or ladders.