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ScaleTrains 32223 Rivet HO Scale BSC F68BH Finger Rack Flatcar "TT Oxide Red" TTJX 80377

Introduced in 1969, the Bethlehem Steel Co. (BSC) F68-series of 100-ton, 68’ foot long (over end sills) flats represented a new generation of high-capacity flats. Extremely versatile, the basic design could be equipped from the factory with a variety of appliances to handle different loadings. At the end of 1969, BSC would introduce the “F68BH” class of cars for Trailer Train.

They featured steel decks, transverse deck risers, MacLean-Fogg transverse tie-down apparatus, and a set of distinctive upright “finger racks” near each end, to help secure their intended lading of concrete reinforcing bar, aka “rebar”. Their distinctive finger racks earned these flats the nickname of “candelabra cars”.

These 100-ton cars came equipped with 36” wheels, trucks equipped with hydraulic snubbers (at opposite corners of the car), and 15” EOCC to improve ride quality, and reduce dangerous shifting loads. 150 F68BH cars were built between December 1969 and February 1970. Initial assignments for these cars included rebar service out of Bethlehem Steel’s Steelton, PA facility, from where they could be seen hauling rebar nationwide.

FEATURES:

  • TTJX series 80370-80519 (TTX Class F68BH)
  • Era: 1969+
  • Stencil: When Empty Return to Steelton, PA Via Reverse Routing
  • Optional modeler-applied ACI plates included
  • First time in HO scale
  • Multiple road numbers
  • Factory-applied finger rack details
  • MacLean-Fogg tie-down details on decks
  • Decks with transverse risers
  • Early H-shaped jacking pads
  • Vertical handbrake staff
  • Finely detailed brake linkage, triple valve, cylinder, and actuator
  • Factory-applied trainline pipe
  • Durable die-cast metal semi-scale long-shank Type E couplers
  • 100-ton trucks with hydraulic snubber and bracket details, rotating bearing caps, and truck-mounted brake beams
  • 36” machined metal wheels
  • Minimum radius: 18”
  • Recommended radius: 22”
  • Fully-assembled
  • Factory-applied metal grab irons, coupler cut levers, and trainline hoses
  • Intricate brake plumbing
  • Photo-etched stainless-steel see-through end crossover platforms
  • Printing and lettering legible even under magnification
  • Accurately profiled .110" wide wheel tread
  • Weighted to Industry standards for reliable operation
  • Operates on Code 70, 83 and 100 rail
  • Packaging safely stores model
  • Color matched to existing Tru-Color Paint colors whenever possible