What is this car?

FiveFlat Apr 1, 2006

  1. FiveFlat

    FiveFlat TrainBoard Member

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    He calls it a coil car. What is that?
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    FiveFlat, Apr 1, 2006
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  2. NP/GNBill

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    They use them for hauling rolls or coils of steel. The two covers protect the steel from the elements during shipment
     
    NP/GNBill, Apr 1, 2006
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  3. FiveFlat

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    Ah thanks!
    I don't need any of those on my layout I guess...
     
    FiveFlat, Apr 1, 2006
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  4. San Diego Railfan

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    San Diego Railfan, Apr 1, 2006
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  5. traingeekboy

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    They're pretty cool. Even one as a run through item. ;)
     
    traingeekboy, Apr 1, 2006
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