Downs Model Railroad Co. General American (GATX) Frameless, Welded, Domeless Tank Cars
Prototype Info
Car Type:
frameless, welded, domeless
Car Owner:
General American (GATX)
Notes:
These cars were semi-permanently coupled. A 10" pipe ran through them all so that they could be filled and emptied from a single point.
Model Manufacturer Info
Manufacturer:
Downs Model Railroad Co.
Manufacturer ID:
TT-400
Gauge:
S
Road Number(s):
10438, 10439
Product Type:
plastic & metal
Finish:
painted & lettered
Wheels:
scale or hi-rail
Couplers:
scale or AF
Online Article:
Notes:
Tank Train 'A' end. These included a piece of tubing for the interconnects.
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