HO ATH Berwick Bathtub Extended Side Gondola Model (ATH-1382)

Berwick HO-scale Bathtub Extended Side Gondola is a high-capacity freight car for HO layouts, designed to haul bulk commodities with authentic gondola proportions. The bathtub body increases interior volume for bulk loads, while detailed features include separately applied grab irons, end ladders, and a brake wheel. It rides on machined metal wheels with RP25 contours and uses body-mounted McHenry operating scale knuckle couplers for reliable coupling, and it is weighted for stable operation on typical layouts. Minimum curve radius is 18 inches, with 22 inches recommended for smooth performance.

Primed for grime models, the finish offers a convincing in-service look with base colors faded to match the prototype, making it an excellent starting point for adding rust and weathering. Historically, bathtub gondolas were designed to maximize capacity by removing unloading gates, and some were extended with extra volume and reinforcements for service roles such as maintenance of way or scrap. This combination of capacity, detailing, and weathering potential makes it well-suited for dioramas and operating layouts seeking period-accurate bulk-car service on HO scales.