A.C. Gilbert Koppers (KPCX) Steel Frame, Riveted, 1-dome Tank Cars

Prototype Info

Car Type:

steel frame, riveted, 1-dome

Year/Era:

1951

Car Owner:

Koppers (KPCX)

Model Manufacturer Info

Manufacturer:

A.C. Gilbert

Manufacturer ID:

912

Gauge:

Year Introduced:

1955

Road Number(s):

912

Product Type:

plastic & metal

Finish:

painted & lettered

Wheels:

hi-rail

Couplers:

Product Notes:

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Notes:

These were produced through 1957. There were two variations produced. Initially, these had diecast frames. Late in the 1957 production, the cars came with plastic frames, which were also more detailed than the metal ones.