Detailed Information
MODEL FEATURES:
- Three road numbers
- Full articulation with flexible diaphragm
- Separately applied ladders, brake rigging, stirrups, and handbrake details
- Safety striping
- Simulated corrugate roof
- 70 ton roller bearing truck
- Highly-detailed, injection-molded body
- Accurately painted and printed for realistic decoration
- Body mounted McHenry operating scale knuckle couplers
- Replacement parts available
- 33” Machined metal wheels with RP25 contours operate on all popular brands of track
- Minimum radius: 22”
PROTOTYPE AND BACKGROUND INFO:
In 1999, Gunderson began production of the Auto-Max articulated auto rack car. This unique car can carry 22 SUVs on three sets of internal ramps. Measuring over 140’ long and 20’ tall from the railhead, the Auto-Max pushes the operational and clearance limits of the railroad industry.
Specifications
| PROTOTYPE MANUFACTURER: |
Gunderson |
| BODY CONSTRUCTION: |
2-unit Articulated |
| COUPLER STYLE: |
McHenry Scale Knuckle |
| ERA: |
1999+ |
| MIN. RADIUS: |
22"+ |
| Minimum Age Recommendation: |
14 years |
| Is Assembly Required: |
No |