A.C. Gilbert fantasy: Rocket Launcher Animated Flat Cars
Model Manufacturer Info
Manufacturer:
A.C. Gilbert
Manufacturer ID:
969
Prototype Info
Style:
animated
Road Name:
fantasy: Rocket Launcher
Model Info
Gauge:
AF
Introduced:
1957
Road Number(s):
969
Product Type:
metal
Finish:
painted and lettered
Wheels:
hi-rail
Couplers:
AF
Online Article:
Supplemental Part:
Supplemental Part:
Notes:
After loading the rocket in the center launch pad, a remote control button attached to the appropriate Track Trip triggers the rocket to be launched.
(image copyright © Jim Hammond; used by permission)
(image copyright © A.C. Gilbert)
Parts diagram from 1960.
(image copyright © A.C. Gilbert)
Parts listing.
Testing a Non-working Model