HO 30,000-Gallon Ethanol Tank GATX #2 Model (ATH29922)

HO Scale 30,000-Gallon Ethanol Tank Car, GATX #2, is a meticulously detailed model for HO-scale freight layouts. Recreating a modern ethanol-hauler, this car represents a 30,000-gallon tank car commonly owned by railcar leasing companies and leased to ethanol producers, bringing authenticity to yard scenes and long freight runs. The model captures authentic detailing, including a separately applied walkway platform, manway, outlet, ladders, brake rigging detail, safety rail supports, tank saddles and printed placards, plus photo-etched walkways and end platforms, wire safety rails and end handrails. It rides on 100-ton roller bearing trucks with 36-inch machined wheels in RP25 contours, weighted for steady performance, and equipped with body-mounted McHenry operating scale upper and lower shelf knuckles. The injection-molded body is painted and printed for realistic decoration, with a minimum radius of 18 inches for easy operation on many HO layouts.

Designed for HO railroading, this tank car balances precision detailing with practical operation. The weight distribution, robust trucks and RP25-wheel profile help it track smoothly through curves, while the 18-inch minimum radius ensures compatibility with a wide range of layouts. The model’s photo-etched details and crisp lettering deliver a lifelike appearance, and the rich combination of platforms, handrails, placards and other fittings yields a convincing representation of a modern ethanol tank car in service. In real-world practice, 30,000-gallon ethanol cars are common on freight trains, often seen in blocks or unit trains, making this model a compelling addition to any diversified HO roster.