We are offering the same model in HO Scale. This is a limited run of only 50 copies and is a Pacific Western Rail Systems exclusive item. This item is included in the first release of that is coming out in February 2014

HO Scale PWRS Exclusive BC Rail Version:

The Piggy-Packer has been used since 1968 to present and is the machine that mechanized the loading and unloading of trailers and containers on railroad flat cars.

The PC-90 is a big machine. The front tires alone stand seven feet tall. The operator sits over 13 feet off the ground with an excellent view of the loading and unloading operation. Hydraulically operated boom and lift mechanisms make this machine very durable and robust. The Piggy-Packer typically loads an average of 12 trailers or containers per hour on to piggyback flat cars. They come equipped with a spreader and bottom pick that handle both trailers and containers. In top-pick mode, they're able to stack containers three-high. The PC-90s could optionally be equipped with a spreader for lifting containers only.

The PC-90 is powered by a Cummins NH-855C-250 6-cylinder diesel engine located under the operator’s cab. The Cummins engines have a four-speed transmission designed for maximum torque. They have a maximum rating of 250 HP at 2100 RPM. The PC-90 weighs over 80 tons and has a maximum speed of 27 mph ... not exactly swift.

The first release of this model in HO Scale is available in nine popular schemes.

Features:

• Positional boom rises, lowers and holds in place.
• Far side arm rotates up to clear top of trailer or container
• Near side arm extends and retracts in two positions
  
• Powerful magnets located under lift for "top" lifting of containers
• Thin-wall cab design
• Steering wheel and mock-up control panel
  
• Amber clear warning light (non-working)
• Scaled diameter railings and see-through walkway
• Weighted to prevent tipping of tractor when lifting a trailer
• Rubber tires
• Optional bumper depending on prototype
• Optional catwalk over right front tire, depending on prototype
• Optional railing and ladder on lift, depending on prototype
• Optional container-only spreader available separately - SPECIAL NOTE: when the N Scale version came out many customers didn't order the "Container Spreader Accessory" which is necessary to move containers vs trailers. Please order this if you wish to use this with containers.

Reservations Due By: February 18, 2014

Expected Release: July 2014

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