Maine Central 655 Harvest Gold Cupola Caboose

Maine Central Harvest Gold Caboose - A Master Model Train Collector's Dream!

Unleash your inner adventurer with this stunning piece – a whispered promise of untold stories and boundless possibilities. Crafted with meticulous detail, it's more than just an item; it's a tangible dream waiting to be brought to life. Let it be your secret weapon, your cherished companion, a reflection of your unique spirit. Add a touch of magic to your world, one extraordinary detail at a time.

$23.48 $46.95

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Details:

Thin endrails
Roofwalk where appropriate
Accurate painting and lettering
Roller-bearing caboose trucks
Window glazing
Metal knuckle couplers
Separate brake cylinder
Open smoke stack
Triple valve and air reservoir

Prototype Information:

Based on prototypes that were built during the 1960s, these cabooses were popular on railroads from coast-coast. With the advancement of the End-of-Train device, cabooses slowly began to fall out of favor. However, in the early 2000’s, 'shoving platforms' began to appear as a place to safely house a crew when a reverse move was required. Instead of riding on the side of a freight car, the crew member now has a safe place to stand, while guiding the rear of a reverse move.