Modeling the ABWX 20001 well hole flatcar
Here is a very unusual well hole flatcar designed to transport large transformers. The load is mounted in the well and is supported by side rails unlike the usual depressed center cars. According to available data it was built in 1967. Model photos of an O scale model.
ABWX 20001Well Hole Flat
Builder: National Steel Car
Built: 4/1967
Acquired: 1992
History: ex-TETX 20001, ex-CGEX 20001
Specification:
Max Gross Weight: 899000 lbs
Load Limit: 700000 lbs
Ext L/W/H: 95' 8" / 11' 2" / 8' 9"
Int L/W/H: 30' 0" / 7' 8" / 0' 0"