Explore our HO scale 52' 6 Canadian Mill Gondola model, Rapido 50056A TH&B - Toronto, Hamilton & Buffalo #2462. It's presented in the as - delivered black color. Note that the picture might show a different road number. This mill gondola was first produced in 1943 and remained in production through the 1950s for several Canadian railways. Many similar cars were built by National Steel Car (Hamilton) and Eastern Car Company (Trenton). These cars were used in general service, traveling across the US and Canada well into the 1980s, and some are still in company service today. Our model perfectly captures the details of the prototype. It features delicate Z - 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 has full details. The interior also has full rivet and tie - down details. We offer three different 70 - ton trucks: solid bearing, roller bearing, and solid bearing side frames with roller bearing inserts. The trucks have turned, free - rolling metal wheels, and standard metal Macdonald - Cartier knuckle couplers. Key features of our HO scale model include accurate Z - brace side posts or Hat channel ribs, full decoration and assembly, factory - installed grab irons, 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 this HO scale Canadian Mill Gondola model is a breeze. Just place it on your model train track, and it's ready to roll. The magnetic metal knuckle couplers make it easy to connect to other cars. When handling the model, be gentle with the delicate parts like the wire grab irons and positionable drop ends to avoid breakage. To keep your model in top shape, clean it regularly with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid using harsh chemicals as they might damage the paint or the details. Store the model in a cool, dry place to prevent any warping or damage. If you need to replace the trucks or couplers, make sure to use parts that are compatible with HO scale models. And that's all you need to know to enjoy your new mill gondola model for years to come.