HO 65' Mill Gondola, DRGW #30055 (ATH-1947)

HO-scale 65-foot Mill Gondola, DRGW #30055 — a faithful model of a 1940s General American riveted mill gondola designed for long steel shipments. Decorated and ready to run, this car reproduces the sturdy construction and hinged end panels that fold inward to clear oversized loads when paired with flatcars at both ends.

The model features working drop ends, separately applied wire grab irons, interior detailing, and a weighted chassis for smooth, reliable operation. It rides on machined metal wheels with RP25 contours for dependable performance on most HO track, and uses body-mounted McHenry operating scale knuckle couplers for prototypical handling. The highly detailed injection-molded body, along with an 18-inch minimum radius, makes it a realistic addition to any layout. For truly long loads, the end panels fold to accommodate the overhang, requiring flatcars at both ends to provide clearance.