Lionel model modified with Lionel diecast metal sprung trucks.

Additional modifications will include a detailed underbody and interior.

From what I have found in Greenberg's guide, it looks like that caboose was only issued in a set. The separate number wasn't found in the Greenberg's guide.

Nice looking caboose.

Lee Fritz

Ideas for modifications to the Lionel caboose:

Here is a dimensioned diagram showing various features of the N5C. Of special interest is the location of the smoke jack, small side "vent", side "tool box" and underbody brake details.  These features have been included on some brass models.

Prototype PRR caboose:

To us Pennsy Fans, it's not a caboose but a "CABIN CAR" 

Bill

Here are more photos of this caboose with simple underbody details and interior floor added. The additional weight also improves rolling characteristics.

Original Lionel underframe shown:

phillyreading posted:

From what I found in Greenberg's guide, that caboose was only issued in a set.  The separate number wasn't found there.  Nice looking caboose.  Lee Fritz

True enough, Lee.... but on the lower left corner of the car, below "BLT BY LIONEL" we can see the Lionel production number.  It looks to me like 29788.  I guess Greenburg does not go to the trouble of rostering pieces from sets.         I think that the cabin cars created by K-Line, and later offered by RMT &  "O Line," are more detailed... including the overhead communications system antenna.