Athearn Genesis N acid tank car
Scale: N (1:160)
Price: Single car, $44.99; three-pack, $124.99
Manufacturer: Athearn Trains, 2904 Research Rd., Champaign, IL 61822; 800-338-4639; athearn.com
Athearn Genesis N acid tank car features:
- Based on 13,000-gallon prototype
- Body-mounted McHenry Type F double-shelf couplers
- Car operates on codes 40, 55, and 80 track
- Etched, stainless steel crossover platforms and top platforms
- Factory-applied metal grab irons and handrails
- Freestanding uncoupling levers
- Machined metal wheels with RP-25 contour
- Prototype-specific brake systems, top platforms, and end sills
- Two different phases (early and late)
- Underbody details, including brake and train line piping
Release date: Available now
Road names: Union Tank Car Co. (black with yellow FRA-224 stripes), Asarco Inc. (black), Ferromex (white with black band and FRA-224 stripes), Procor (black with FRA-224 stripes), and Rhodia Inc. (white). Three single cars and one three-pack per paint scheme.
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