HO 40' 1-Dome Tank Car British American Oil/Silver (BAC17812)

The HO 40' 1-Dome Tank Car from British American Oil, model BAC17812, is designed to transport a diverse range of liquid loads, making it an essential component of freight railroading history. Since the pioneer era, tank cars have played a significant role in hauling vital commodities such as water and oil, influencing the growth and development of the nation.

This model features single-dome design, representing some of the last cars crafted with a riveted tank construction, which were prevalent from the late 1920s to early 1940s before the transition to welded designs. These tank cars remained in service throughout North America across the 20th century, operating for private owners during their peak and eventually being repurposed for maintenance-of-way duties, supplying water to support maintenance operations on Class I railroads. Some of these cars were even seen into the 21st century.

The Bachmann Single-Dome Tank Car boasts a prototypically detailed body, enhanced with blackened metal wheels for realism and durability. It is equipped with body-mounted E-Z Mate couplers for easy connection and disconnection. The model also includes separately applied ladders and metal wrap-around grab irons, ensuring authenticity and providing a high level of detail that hobbyists and collectors will appreciate.