Here is some more info on the NYC 19000 cabeese. I am assuming the B&A is the same relettered.
The real deal. Note the T section Bettendorf trucks, truss rod underbody, and ladders that don't go over the roof. Also cupola grabs at the corners. My photo taken in Northeast, PA.
Next is a brass caboose with correct detail other than trucks. Got this w/o a box so not sure if its PSC or NJ international.
Next is a MTH diecast caboose with trucks replaced and moved inward. They come with big roller bearing trucks located under the platforms.
Finally a MTH Premier Caboose. Wrong trucks but better location. Maybe B&A or Rutland used this style trucks. BTW MTH later downgraded the Premier Caboose to Railking though its the same in every way and has add on grabs. Early Railking had cast on grabs. Too bad the Lionel plastic caboose has the wrong ladders and grabs as its the only one other than the 717 pre war to have the correct trucks in the right location and truss rods.
Maybe you could talk Steve into having MTH make them for youse guys. MTH has T section Bettendofs as well as Lionel.
Lastly you can build one yourself. Mullet River Kit. They pop up every once in a while.
Pete
