Athearn RTR 1394 HO Scale Bathtub Gondola w/Load Wisconsin Public Service WPSX 113 Iowa Interstate IAIS Kit is complete with laser-cut

Kit is complete with laser-cut windows and doors

numerous separately-applied details on the body and underframe

and thin metal)

6V 120C Pack Battery

This economical design allowed railroads to offer more seats per car and increase revenue on many routes

Athearn RTR 1394 HO Scale Bathtub Gondola w/Load Wisconsin Public Service WPSX 113 Iowa Interstate IAIS Kit is complete with laser-cutAthearn RTR 1394 HO Scale Bathtub Gondola w Load Wisconsin Public Service WPSX 113 With the advent of rotary dumpers, the bathtub gondola allowed the railroads to haul more bulk cargo per carload than conventional open top hoppers. The absence of unloading gates and other appliances that affect internal capacity allowed for additional capacity per car. This improved transportation efficiency for these assigned service cars. The term Bathtub gondola is