HO 65' Mill Gondola CSX #490590 (ATH-1949)

HO-scale 65-foot Mill Gondola in CSX livery, road number 490590, is a detailed model of the long-load freight car used by steel mills. Originally built by General American in the early 1940s, these gondolas were designed for shipments that required extra length and versatility. The riveted body and hinged end panels fold inward to accommodate long beams and other oversized loads; when carrying such loads, flatcars are coupled to both ends to provide clearance.

Decorated and ready to run out of the box, this model features working drop ends, separately applied wire grab irons, interior detailing, and a weighted chassis for steady operation. It rides on machined metal wheels with RP25 contours and body-mounted McHenry operating scale knuckle couplers for reliable handling on most track. The injection-molded body is highly detailed, and the design supports a minimum 18-inch radius, making it a versatile addition for realistic steel-mill scenes.