Walthers Goldline 56' Thrall All-Door Boxcar #932-7035 - Lignum
Lignum LUNX #80012
Lumber Industry Favorites Keep Wood Protected During Shipment
Lumber has always been one of the most difficult loads to carry by rail. Boxcars were typically used to provide protection from the weather. But small doors and large loads made loading and unloading an expensive, time-consuming chore. Flat cars eliminated the loading problem, but loads had to be tarped to protect them. In 1967, Thrall took the best of both ideas and created a unique car that would solve these problems. The All-Door Boxcar had no true sidewalls, but was equipped with four large doors which could be opened in pairs. This provided a 25' wide opening that made loading and unloading a breeze! And since it was a boxcar, the loads were completely enclosed for the entire trip. As the housing boom began in the 1970s, the cars became a common sight at lumber mills and yards across America. A great car for period freights, they can still be seen in service today. These ready-to-run cars are packed with detail.
This car comes fully assembled and includes a complete set of add-on wire grab irons; molded drill starter points on the body simplify installation. Proto MAX(TM) metal knuckle couplers and free-rolling trucks with RP-25 metal wheelsets round out the car.
This would look great loading at Walton & Sons Lumber Co., #933-3057
Note: This model has been discontinued by Walthers and cannot be replaced.
Price does not include delivery.
Browse Anna Capri's range of model trains, model vehicles, spare parts and scenery that we can deliver NZ wide.
Lignum LUNX #80012
Lumber Industry Favorites Keep Wood Protected During Shipment
Lumber has always been one of the most difficult loads to carry by rail. Boxcars were typically used to provide protection from the weather. But small doors and large loads made loading and unloading an expensive, time-consuming chore. Flat cars eliminated the loading problem, but loads had to be tarped to protect them. In 1967, Thrall took the best of both ideas and created a unique car that would solve these problems. The All-Door Boxcar had no true sidewalls, but was equipped with four large doors which could be opened in pairs. This provided a 25' wide opening that made loading and unloading a breeze! And since it was a boxcar, the loads were completely enclosed for the entire trip. As the housing boom began in the 1970s, the cars became a common sight at lumber mills and yards across America. A great car for period freights, they can still be seen in service today. These ready-to-run cars are packed with detail.
This car comes fully assembled and includes a complete set of add-on wire grab irons; molded drill starter points on the body simplify installation. Proto MAX(TM) metal knuckle couplers and free-rolling trucks with RP-25 metal wheelsets round out the car.
This would look great loading at Walton & Sons Lumber Co., #933-3057
Note: This model has been discontinued by Walthers and cannot be replaced.
Price does not include delivery.
Browse Anna Capri's range of model trains, model vehicles, spare parts and scenery that we can deliver NZ wide.