The long & short of it-48,000 vs 2225 gal tank cars

[bobby pitts]

I thought this a neat contrast between the largest production tank and one of the smallest.

Regards, Bobby

 

[tootnkumin]

I'm for the underdog in a fight, I'll support the little guy.

 

[gabby]

That would make a mess if it derailed

 

[tootnkumin]

That would make a mess if it derailed

Let's hope the little one's quick on his wheels.

 

[new guy]

The big one is cool but the little one has CLASS!

 

[Iron Horseman]

That would make a mess if it derailed

That is why production of cars this size were outlawed in 1970. An unfortunate coincidence, largest capacity cars when overall quality of rails was reaching its lowest.

I thought this a neat contrast between the largest production tank and one of the smallest.

Does anyone know if there is a model of the Rail Whale (eg. UTLX 83699) made? It wasn't as long as this one but carried 2000 more gallons.

 

[bobby pitts]

Thanks to everyone for your comments.
OMI made a brass model several years ago. They show up on EBay once every blue moon.
The going price is $300.00 +. I sold mine for the same. There is another choice, Concept models. It's a kit that requires you to supply lots of parts and labor. Google them.

Regards, Bobby