Description: *** Improved Kits! Redesigned with Tichy Delrin Stirrup Steps & Vulcan 55 Ton Trucks with better clearances for 0.110" wheelsets! *** This custom designed HO Scale 3D printed kit contains parts for ONE GS Gondola as rostered by the Denver & Rio Grande Western (D&RGW) in the 45000 number series, commonly referred to as “offset” gondolas. These cars were built in 1926, at 42ft long, with a 55 ton rating. Included for EACH car: (1) 3D printed resin one-piece carbody with AB brakes built in (Wire Grabs)(2) 3D printed resin Vulcan 55 ton trucks(2) Laser-cut styrene coupler pocket covers(2) Tichy Double Stirrup Steps (#3045)(2) Tichy Single Stirrup Steps (#3039)(4) 2-56 black oxide screws for coupler and truck attachment(1) Kadee Ajax brakewheel(1) Custom decal sheet for the Post-1940 “Flying” Rio Grande lettering(1) Lead metal bar for ballast weight(4) NMRA (.110”) wheelsets by default, please message me when ordering if you desire semi-scale (.088”) (1) Instruction Sheet The kit does not include paint, couplers or wire grab irons, but the coupler pockets are sized for Kadee whisker couplers. As stated before, this listing is for ONE (1) of these kits. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask! I will combine shipping, just use the "Request Invoice" button when checking out! I started this project as a way to build a fleet of D&RGW gondolas that are not commonly available, and along the way I've had enough interest (and spare components) to create and offer a kit in the way I like to see. The main components are 3D printed on a Form 2 3D printer, and I've tried to balance the strength of the resin and the amount of durable detail for the cars. As time allows for revisions, other versions will be made available. Please no custom work requests at this time.
Price: 50 USD
Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
End Time: 2024-08-18T22:49:00.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Material: Resin
Scale: 1:87
Assembly Status: Unassembled Kit
California Prop 65 Warning: LEAD WARNING! This kit includes lead metal for added weight to the finished car. Installing this weight can expose you to lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Please do not eat, drink, or smoke while working with lead, or before washing exposed skin thoroughly with soap and water to remove any lead residue.
Type: GS Gondola
Features: Not Painted
MPN: Does Not Apply
Gauge: HO
Age Level: 17 Years & Up
Corporate Roadname: Denver & Rio Grande Western
Brand: Unbranded
State of Assembly: Unassembled Kit
Recommended Age Range: 18+
