Walthers HO 910-50229 - Mainline - 81' 8-Axle Depressed Center Flatcar "New York Central" #498988

• Road Name: New York Central
• Road Number: 498988
• Product Line:Mainline
• Scale: HO Scale
• Catalog: Walthers June 2025

Features:

Available in several realistic paint schemes, this layout-ready model features: • One time run of these road numbers, order now - limited quantity available! • Heavy die-cast metal body for outstanding performance empty or loaded • Separate air and handbrake details at both ends per prototype designs • Add a realistic load with the Cornerstone® Electric Transformer Kit (933-3126), or SceneMaster™ Transformer Kit (949-3107), both sold separately • Articulated end platforms • Four 100-ton trucks with 36 scale inch diameter RP-25 metal wheels • Proto MAX™ metal knuckle couplers for reliable operation • Minimum radius: 22" (24" recommended)

Overview:

Heavy-duty, depressed center flatcars handle some of the largest loads on the rails. This new WalthersMainline® HO scale 81' 8-Axle Depressed Center Flatcar is sure to be a favorite for anyone railfanning your layout. The prototype for this WalthersMainline car hauled oversize loads up to 150 tons. The 8-axle flatcars began service in the 1960s and can still be found on mainlines today.