N ATH Berwick Bathtub Gondola with Load UP #35044/35058/35080 (ATH-1412)

Berwick Bathtub Gondola with Load in Union Pacific livery is a detailed scale model of the classic bathtub-style gondola used to haul bulk freight on railroads. This loaded version recreates a working “in-service” car, making it a convincing centerpiece for yard scenes or mainline operations on a model layout.

Designed for reliable performance, the car is weighted for trouble-free operation and features body-mounted McHenry scale knuckle couplers, machined metal wheels, and RP25 contours that work with most track brands. A minimum radius of 9 3/4 inches, with an 11-inch recommended radius, ensures smooth handling on typical layouts. The model is primed for grime modeling, duplicating the look and feel of an active car with faded base colors ready to be weathered for added realism. Historically, bathtub gondolas offered greater internal capacity and were repurposed for maintenance or heavy-service roles, with extensions added to boost volume and reinforce the structure—details echoed in this model to support authentic dioramas and operations.