Pullman-Standard's Post-War 6-6-4 Sleeper was a vast improvement over its pre-war version. The bedrooms were now located in the center of the car for the most comfortable ride. Electrical systems and trucks were state-of-the-art for the 1950s and were light years beyond the cars delivered in the early 1940s. The Rapido model is based on plan 4183A delivered to CN in 1954, which is very similar to plan 4183 delivered to L&N, C&EI and NCStL in 1953 and plan 4197 delivered to UP and WABASH in 1955.

• Accurate dimensions measured from the prototype
• Full interior detail including individually-molded seats
• Super-detailed underbody equipment
• All separate air, steam and electrical conduits
• Flush-fitting windows with raised and painted window frames
• Factory-applied grab irons and uncoupling levers
• Operating diaphragms with etched metal end gates
• Separate marker lamps
• Partial skirts or fixed steps as appropriate
• Super-detailed trucks in three styles as appropriate
• All-metal Macdonald-Cartier knuckle couplers
• "Easy-Peasy" battery-powered interior lighting
• Several car numbers per paint scheme
• 18" minimum radius for most cars (28" or greater recommended)
• Detailed, illustrated instruction booklet
• Comprehensive warranty

Reservations Due By: February 24, 2011

Expected Release: October 2011