The 73-foot center divider flat car, often referred to as a “centerbeam” flat car, is a type of railcar widely used in the transportation of construction materials, especially lumber, plywood, wallboard, and other building products. These flat cars are specifically designed for carrying large, bulky, and long items that require support during transit. Production of these cars began in 1986 and are still widely used to this day.

Features:

• Die- cast construction with etched metal and ABS details

• Separately applied brake system details

• Accurate painting and lettering

• Die-cast couplers with added trainline details (3-rail)

• Die-cast scale couplers with internally sprung knuckles (2-rail)

• Removable lumber load included

• Scale 33” turned brass wheels (2-rail)

• Overall length: 18 3/4”

• Minimum diameter curve: O-54 (3-rail)

• Minimum curve: 36” radius (2-rail)

• Era: Mid-80s to Present dependent upon paint scheme selections

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