N ATH 30K Ethanol Tank Car (ATH-2425)

The N ATH 30K Ethanol Tank Car is a modern model designed with attention to detail, representing the functionality and appearance of real-life ethanol transport vehicles. These tank cars typically have a capacity of 30,000 gallons and are commonly used by railcar leasing companies, often branded with the logos of ethanol producers. They play a crucial role in the supply chain, ferrying fuel from producers to various industries, including small refineries and large gasoline refineries that may receive extensive shipments.

This model features separately applied components such as a brake wheel, walkway platform, ladders, and detailed safety rail supports, ensuring an authentic look. Constructed with photo-etched metal walkways and wire handrails, the design incorporates machined metal wheels compatible with Code 55 and 80 rail. Additionally, the tank car is equipped with 100-ton roller bearing trucks and body-mounted McHenry operating scale knuckle couplers for enhanced performance and reliability.

With its highly-detailed injection-molded body, finished with realistic painted and printed decorations, this ethanol tank car is designed for those looking to enhance their model railway setup.