Description
The Walthers SceneMaster 949-2611 HO Scale Flexi-Van 40′ Trailer in Pittsburgh & Lake Erie livery represents the New York Central’s innovative Flexi-Van intermodal system, which used trailers with retractable wheels that could be loaded directly onto specially equipped flatcars without a ramp. The Flexi-Van system was used by NYC and its affiliated and successor railroads from the late 1950s into the Conrail era. This factory-decorated model is an accurate and historically interesting detail for any modeller representing this unique intermodal operation.
Key Features:
– Flexi-Van 40′ trailer – Pittsburgh & Lake Erie livery
– Represents NYC’s innovative retractable-wheel intermodal system
– Factory-assembled and decorated with accurate markings
– Ideal for Flexi-Van flatcar and intermodal scenes
– The Walthers SceneMaster 949-2611 HO Scale Flexi-Van 40′ Trailer in Pittsburgh & Lake Erie livery represents the New York Central’s innovative Flexi-Van intermodal system, which used trailers with retractable wheels that could be loaded directly onto specially equipped flatcars without a ramp
– The Flexi-Van system was used by NYC and its affiliated and successor railroads from the late 1950s into the Conrail era
– This factory-decorated model is an accurate and historically interesting detail for any modeller representing this unique intermodal operation
– Scaled for HO scale (1:87) layouts
– Accurately represents a specific historical era for period-correct layouts
– Ideal for industrial, factory yard, and goods depot scenes
– Manufactured by Walthers – a trusted North American model railroad brand
– Adds authentic detail and realism to any model railroad layout scene
