{"product_id":"ath8179","title":"HO 52' Mill Gondola C\u0026O #351342 (ATH8179)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product_description\"\u003e\n\t\u003cp\u003eHO Scale 52' Mill Gondola — Chesapeake \u0026amp; Ohio (C\u0026amp;O) #351342 is a meticulously detailed HO model built for bulk-load service, ideal for hauling bulky loads such as coil steel or scrap metal that are typically moved by crane. This open-top gondola features refined end-sheet molded-on details, improved rivet and bolt detailing, corrected wire grab-iron placements, new top-chord details, jack reinforcement pad details, and updated coupler cut-lever mounting details. It includes separately applied wire grab irons, body-mounted McHenry operating scale knuckle couplers, and 33\" solid nickel-silver wheels with RP25 contours for dependable operation on most HO track. Weighted for stable running and fully assembled, it ships ready to run with razor-sharp painting and printing. Multi-packs offer unique road numbers for roster variety, and the grime-ready finish mirrors faded base colors matched to the prototype, providing a natural starting point for adding grime and rust. Open-top gondolas have long served railroads for hauling bulky loads like coil steel or scrap metal, loaded by crane, making this model a versatile addition to yards, industrial sidings, and interchange scenes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003cp\u003eFor fit and operation, this HO car rides on 18\" minimum-radius curves and uses RP25 wheel contours to operate smoothly on most major brands of track, ensuring reliable performance on a wide range of layouts. It is weighted to stay on the rails and ready-to-run straight out of the box, making it a straightforward addition to any roster—whether you're building a steel-mill spur, a scrapyard, or an interchange scene. The grime-ready finish invites weathering to match a specific era or setting, while the open-top design naturally suggests crane-loaded shipments arriving at your rail yard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Athearn (ATH)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47557102338100,"sku":"ATH8179","price":42.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0597\/6653\/8292\/files\/ATH8179.jpg?v=1772827178","url":"https:\/\/nankinhobby.com\/products\/ath8179","provider":"Nankin Hobby","version":"1.0","type":"link"}