Description
Introduced in 1969, the Bethlehem Steel Co. (BSC) F68-series of 100-ton, 68’ foot long (over end sills) flats represented a new generation of high-capacity flat cars. Our model is accurately rendered from builder drawings and photos and features road number specific details.
Road Number Specific ScaleTrainsÂ
- TTJX series 80370-80519 (TTX Class F68BH)
- Era: 1969+
- Stencil: When Empty Return to Steelton, PA Via Reverse Routing
- Optional modeler-applied ACI plates included
- First time in HO scale
- Multiple road numbers
- Factory-applied finger rack details
- MacLean-Fogg tie-down details on decks
- Decks with transverse risers
- Early H-shaped jacking pads
- Vertical handbrake staff
- Finely detailed brake linkage, triple valve, cylinder, and actuator
- Factory-applied trainline pipe
- Durable die-cast metal semi-scale long-shank Type E couplers
- 100-ton trucks with hydraulic snubber and bracket details, rotating bearing caps, and truck-mounted brake beams
- 36” machined metal wheels
- Minimum radius: 18”
- Recommended radius: 22”
All Rivet Counter Freight Cars Feature
- Fully-assembled
- Factory-applied metal grab irons, coupler cut levers, and trainline hoses
- Intricate brake plumbing
- Photo-etched stainless-steel see-through end crossover platforms
- Printing and lettering legible even under magnification
- Accurately profiled .110″ wide wheel tread
- Weighted to Industry standards for reliable operation
- Operates on Code 70, 83 and 100 rail
- Packaging safely stores model
- Color matched to existing Tru-Color Paint colors whenever possible
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