A 66-foot bulkhead flatcar based on a Canadian prototype is the latest HO scale freight car announced by Rapido Trains. The release date for the model has not been announced.
Paint schemes on the first run of bulkhead flatcars include BNSF Ry. (BC Rail patchout and Mineral Red schemes); British Columbia Ry. (green with BCOL and BCIT reporting marks); Canadian National (Mineral Brown with CN and CNIS reporting marks); Canadian Pacific (black and Action Red schemes); Iowa, Chicago & Eastern (British Columbia Ry. patchout); and Ontario Northland (yellow).
The HO scale model will feature a laser-cut wood deck (two styles); four different jack pad styles; two different end sills; etched-metal bulkhead end sheets, tie-down loops, and crossover platforms; factory-installed grab irons; 100-ton Barber S-2-c trucks with metal wheels; and Rapido metal couplers.
Pricing for the bulkhead flatcar is $54.95 (single car) and $329.70 (six-pack). To learn more about the Rapido Trains Canadian 66-foot bulkhead flatcar, visit rapidotrains.com.
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There is also an undecorated version. Just be aware that it is actually a kit. Underbody details, grabs, wood deck, brass ends, bulkheads and other details must be installed by the buyer. There are no instructions except for an isometric drawing and a parts list.