A.C. Gilbert Erie Railroad (ERIE) General Service Flat Cars
Model Manufacturer Info
Manufacturer:
A.C. Gilbert
Manufacturer ID:
24547
Prototype Info
Style:
general service
Road Name:
Erie Railroad (ERIE)
Model Info
Gauge:
AF
Introduced:
1958
Road Number(s):
24547
Product Type:
plastic
Finish:
painted and lettered
Wheels:
hi-rail
Couplers:
AF
Lighted:
yes!
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Notes:
Apparently this car was a factory error that should have never been produced. In 1958 the Floodlight Car was to have been the 24549 as shown in the catalogs and in many cases was sold as 24549. Note that the light lights up when power is supplied to the rails.
(image copyright © Ted Hamler; used by permission)