Rapido 159008A HO Union Tank Car 10K X-3 Tank Car, Procor Limited UTLX #1

Rapido HO Union Tank Car 10K X-3 Tank Car, Procor Limited UTLX #1

Rapido Item #: 159008A

The basic X-3 was used to haul fuel oil, gasoline, vegetable oils – essentially any liquid that did not require special handling features. These cars went EVERYWHERE!

Rapido’s model has been developed with the help of noted UTLX tank car expert Steve Hile. We are offering two distinct versions, the K-brake equipped cars, good before 1953, and the AB-brake equipped cars good from the 1940s onwards. In addition to brake equipment, our models will feature correct handbrake and coupler cut bar arrangements which differed depending on the brake equipment installed. Either Andrews or “Bettendorf” cast steel trucks will be fitted, depending on the era.

Other features of Rapido’s model include:

• Designed from original blueprints


• Correct tank bolster pads


• Correct 54” diameter dome


• Correct UTLX-style warning placard holders


• Full underbody detailing with two distinct brake systems offered


• Correct end platforms


• Correct coupler cut bars and hand brake mountings


• Semi-scale couplers and coupler boxes


• Free-rolling turned metal wheels


• Accurate paint and lettering


• Multiple road numbers available per scheme.