Navigating the world of model trains? Check out our HO Scale Rapido 174002-3 NSC Centerbeam Flatcar, specifically BNSF #562960. Note that the picture might show a different road number. Finished wood products are a common yet often overlooked load on North American railroads. That's why we're excited to present this HO Scale NSC 73’ Centerbeam Car. Over 20,000 of these cars were made by National Steel Car from 1987 to the mid-2000s, with some variations along the way. When a general merchandise freight passes by, you'll likely spot at least four or more centerbeams. Centerbeams are unique as they're owned by large class I railroads, leasing companies, and smaller shortlines. Our HO Scale 73’ NSC Centerbeam comes in a wide variety of road names! This flatcar features multiple side sill variations with different winch and ratchet setups, various top truss configurations, two deck options, two underbody designs, multiple end cage variants, several brake stand choices, six different truck types, factory-installed rubber airhoses, see-through eroded metal crossover platforms, fully detailed underbodies with complete brake piping and rigging, factory-installed metal grab irons and coupler lift bars, and free-rolling metal wheelsets.

Using this HO Scale NSC Centerbeam Flatcar is easy. Just place it on your model train track and couple it with other cars. You can mix and match it with different loads to create a realistic freight train scene. When handling the car, be gentle to avoid damaging the delicate parts like the metal grab irons and coupler lift bars. To keep it in good condition, clean it regularly with a soft brush to remove dust. Store it in a dry place away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures. If you notice any loose parts, you can use a small amount of glue to fix them, but make sure to do it carefully so as not to get glue on other areas of the car.