HO Thrall High Side Gondola with Load DJJX #1 (ATH7665)

An HO-scale Thrall High-Side Gondola with Load, a detailed replica of mid- to late-20th-century coal-hauling gondolas built by Thrall. The model features a removable load, allowing it to be displayed either loaded for operating scenes or empty for yard dioramas and other layouts.

Designed for reliable HO operation, it includes wire and plastic handrails, stirrup steps, ladders, and underbody details, plus separately-applied brake gear, 100-ton trucks with 36-inch RP25 wheels, and McHenry scale knuckle couplers for realistic handling. The injection-molded body is weighted for smooth running and a minimum radius of 18 inches. Finishes are primed for grime detailing, offering an authentic in-service appearance and a ready starting point for adding rust and weathering. Thrall’s historical role in producing specialized coal cars provides authentic context for rail-yard and interchange scenes.