A.C. Gilbert Chicago & North Western (CNW) General Service Flat Cars
Model Manufacturer Info
Manufacturer:
A.C. Gilbert
Manufacturer ID:
928
Prototype Info
Style:
general service
Year/Era:
1927
Length:
46'
Road Name:
Chicago & North Western (CNW)
Model Info
Gauge:
AF
Introduced:
1952
Road Number(s):
42597
Product Type:
plastic or pressed wood
Finish:
painted & lettered
Wheels:
hi-rail
Couplers:
AF
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Notes:
This car was produced from 1952 through 1954. The 1952 model was either made out of Bakelite or pressed wood. All others were all plastic. Due to the Korean war material shortages, Bakelite was used, but it didn't hold the paint very well over time. This car is one of only eight cars that came with knuckle couplers in 1952.
(image copyright © Ted Hamler; used by permission)
The Bakelite (an early plastic) version.
(image copyright © Ted Hamler; used by permission)
The pressed-wood version.