Description: Bachmann 17432 HO Open Sided Excursion Car - Durango & Silverton Yellow
As railroads underwent major changes in the second half of the 20th century, a movement was started by enthusiasts to preserve fast disappearing steam locomotives, antiquated rolling stock, and historically significant routes from possible abandonment. The Open-Sided Excursion Car was developed specifically for these railroads. Many were constructed using the chassis (and sometimes body) of gondolas or flatcars, making them a cost-effective solution to these mostly volunteer-run operations, allowing them to quickly build up a fleet of passenger-carrying cars. From these humble beginnings, the open car has today become an essential component of most tourist railroads - even when paired with traditional passenger cars - offering a thrilling open-air experience for riders as they travel through breathtaking scenery.
Features:
Open-air scenic railroad design, based on homemade new construction and converted freight cars Detailed, painted bodies with precision graphics (where applicable) Dull interior with detailed roof underside, simulated wood flooring, and bench seating Separately applied railroad herald/car name signboards, per roadname Separately applied handrails, brake wheel, and stirrups Fully detailed underbody with separately applied truss rods Magnetically operated E-Z Mate Mark II couplers Detailed trucks with see-through sideframes Blackened metal wheels with RP25 contours Product Measurements: L 6.5in., W 1.5in., H 1.5in.
