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Norfolk Southern G-85R TopGon - w/Smooth
Tub
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The Prototype |
In
late 1991, Norfolk Southern debuted the first two prototypes of
its TOP GON® re-body program. Looking for a way to expand the
capacity and the longevity of its coal car fleet, this program took
in old hoppers, stripped them to the frame, and built an entirely
new gondola body on top of that frame. With production starting
in July of 1992, spanning multiple classes with multiple variations,
NS' Roanoke East End Shops churned out over 18,000 of these cars,
ending production in 1998. With almost 3,265 of class G-85R, G-86R
and G-88R’s in service, this model represents one of NS' most
recognizable freight cars.
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The Models |
| This production
features a new body style variation - a smooth tub underframe without
the 'ribbed' braces. Our 3D engineering models were accurately designed
from blueprints and field measurements. Furthermore, literally thousands
of photographs have been analyzed to ensure our printing is extremely
accurate, with specific attention given to the car class.
Each road
number features specific load weight, light weight, re-body date
printing! In fact, each road number was matched to prototype photos
so authenticity is dead-on!
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Features |
•
Ready-To-Run
• Injection-Molded Plastic
• Fine-Scale Detail
• Separately Applied Wire Grab Irons
• Separately Applied Wire Cut Levers
• Etched-Metal Brake Wheel Platforms
• Installed Internal Bracing
• Accurately Painted/Printed
• Accumate® Trucks & Couplers
• 24 Numbers & Paint Variations |
| Description |
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MSRP |
Our
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Part
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Norfolk
Southern
(24 road numbers)
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$22.95 |
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BLM-10085
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Norfolk
Southern
6 Pack
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$137.70 |
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BLM-10085-6
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Norfolk
Southern
12 Pack
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$275.40 |
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BLM-10085-12
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Norfolk
Southern
24 Pack
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$550.80 |
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BLM-10085-24
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