Check out this amazing HO Scale Rapido 50049A Canadian Mill Gondola. It represents Canadian National #149950, painted in eye - catching boxcar red with 12' lettering and measures 52' 6. Note that the picture might show a different road number. This 52’6” mill gondola was first produced in 1943 and was in production through the 1950s for multiple Canadian railways. Mass - produced by National Steel Car (Hamilton) and Eastern Car Company (Trenton), these cars were used in general service and traveled across the US and Canada until the 1980s, and some are still in company service today. Our model precisely replicates the prototype. It has delicate Z (Zed/Zee) bracing or hat channel ribs, separate wire grab irons, positionable drop ends, and ratchet - style hand brakes. The die - cast metal floor provides good weight for smooth operation, and the underbody is fully detailed. The interior isn't overlooked either, with full rivet and tie - down details. Three types of 70 - ton trucks are available: solid bearing, roller bearing, and solid bearing side frames with roller bearing inserts, all with turned, free - rolling metal wheels. Standard - fitted are our metal Macdonald - Cartier knuckle couplers. Our HO Scale model features accurate Z - brace side posts or Hat channel ribs, is fully decorated and assembled, has factory - installed grab irons, a fully detailed underbody, positionable drop ends, era - specific trucks, magnetic metal knuckle couplers at the right height, free - rolling turned metal wheelsets, full interior detail, multiple car numbers per scheme, and all new car numbers with no duplicates from previous runs.

Using your HO Scale Canadian Mill Gondola model is a breeze. You can place it on your model train track and let it roll along as part of your train set. To change the position of the drop ends, simply use your fingers to gently move them up or down. When it comes to maintenance, keep it in a dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent the paint from fading. If it gets dirty, you can use a soft, dry cloth to gently wipe it clean. Avoid using any harsh chemicals as they might damage the delicate details like the grab irons and the couplers. When handling the model, be careful with the trucks and wheels. Don't apply too much pressure as the wheels are designed to be free - rolling and can be easily damaged. If you need to store the model for a long time, make sure to place it in a protective case to prevent any accidental bumps or scratches.