Description
Part passenger car, part baggage hauler, the combine was a clever solution for railroads looking to maximize efficiency. These hybrid cars typically featured a seating section for passengers and a dedicated compartment for baggage or mail —combining two essential services into a single car. Combines were especially common on smaller trains and rural branch lines, where lighter passenger loads didn’t justify a full baggage car.
Usually placed near the front of the train with other “head-end” equipment like the RPO (Railway Post Office), combines played a vital role in keeping the train lean and efficient —delivering both people and parcels across the rail network. Some variants even carried onboard clerks, sorting mail en route while passengers enjoyed the ride just a few feet away.Usually placed near the front of the train with other “head-end” equipment like the RPO (Railway Post Office), combines played a vital role in keeping the train lean and efficient —delivering both people and parcels across the rail network. Some variants even carried onboard clerks, sorting mail en route while passengers enjoyed the ride just a few feet away.
For this production run, we’re offering 11 prototypical paint schemes, including a general Maintenance of Way version and a PRR MOW car based on an actual prototype. We’re also including a festive holiday scheme. Each model features railroad-specific detailing, and all non-PRR cars are equipped with standard Pullman 2411 trucks.For this production run, we’re offering 11 prototypical paint schemes, including a general Maintenance of Way version and a PRR MOW car based on an actual prototype. We’re also including a festive holiday scheme. Each model features railroad-specific detailing, and all non-PRR cars are equipped with standard Pullman 2411 trucks.
MODEL FEATURES:MODEL FEATURES:
Beautifully Detailed and Accurately ModeledBeautifully Detailed and Accurately Modeled
Precision Paint, Color, and Lettering SchemesPrecision Paint, Color, and Lettering Schemes
Many Separately Applied Details including Hand Rails and Antennae (where applicable)Many Separately Applied Details including Hand Rails and Antennae (where applicable)
Detailed InteriorsDetailed Interiors
Proper underbody detail per the prototypeProper underbody detail per the prototype
Properly Colored InteriorsProperly Colored Interiors
Lighted Interiors w/ touch-control lightingLighted Interiors w/ touch-control lighting
Operating Sprung DiaphragmsOperating Sprung Diaphragms
Composition: ABS with ABS ChassisComposition: ABS with ABS Chassis
Couplers: (2) Operating KadeeCouplers: (2) Operating Kadee
Compatible Tracks: Code 70, 83 and 100 RailCompatible Tracks: Code 70, 83 and 100 Rail
Minimum Operating Radius: 18 inMinimum Operating Radius: 18 in
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