Walthers "Gold Line" 60' Single Door Auto Parts Boxcar

 Faced with increasing numbers of parts and expensive shipping systems, auto makers approached freight car builders in the early 1960s about creating a universal box car for heavy parts. The basic design evolved into a smooth-side, interior post car, where load restraints could be mounted. Heavier castings such as brake drums, engine blocks, transmissions and so on are carried in special baskets, designed for easy unloading/loading with forklifts. The large single door provides easy access to the interior. These cars can still be seen moving in priority trains to and from America's auto assembly plants.

  A common variation of the Pullman-Standard 60' auto parts box cars was the installation of two eight foot wide doors. This large opening allowed plenty of clearance to move in or out with a forklift. Like the single door car, they were used to carry heavy components such as engine blocks, transmissions or brake drums in special baskets. You'll still find them in this specialized service across America today.

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Walthers "Gold Line" Pulpwood Flat Car

Pulpwood is an important source of fiber for making paper. These unique cars are usually piled high with pulpwood logs cut to uniform lengths; tall stakes on the car sides keep the load in place.

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