Enhance your 1960s and early 70s HO scale layout's auto traffic with WalthersMainline 89' Flatcars featuring Bi - Level Open Auto Racks. These flatcars, designed for light trucks and similar large vehicles, entered service in 1968 and have open sides. Key features include: a one - time production of these road numbers (limited quantity, order now), operation from 1968 to the 1970s, a die - cast metal underframe for better performance, a swinging drawbar for 24' radius curves, retooled underbody details, 70 - Ton roller bearing trucks, correctly placed roadname placards, options to build as early or later versions, a detailed flatcar with a factory - installed Paragon II rack, colorful period paint and lettering, correct 33' RP - 25 turned metal wheelsets, and Proto MAX(TM) metal knuckle couplers.

Using this Walthers HO scale flatcar is easy. Just place it on your HO scale layout and start adding your light trucks or similar large vehicles to the bi - level open auto rack. When operating, keep in mind that the swinging drawbar allows it to move smoothly on 24' radius curves. For maintenance, regularly check the 70 - Ton roller bearing trucks and the metal knuckle couplers. If there's any dirt or debris, use a soft brush to clean them gently. Avoid exposing the flatcar to extreme temperatures or humidity as it may damage the colorful paint and lettering. Also, since it's a limited - quantity item, handle it with care to ensure its long - term usability.