Introduction

Athearn 27662 HO Scale RTR 85′ TOFC Flatcar Rio Grande D&RGW 21511

The 85 flatcar was introduced in the 1960s to accommodate the latest 40 trailers that were just being introduced on the nations highways. Each flatcar was set up to transport two of the trailers. Subsequently, these dedicated TOFC (Trailer On Flat Car) flatcars became the defacto standard for intermodal service during this era.

FEATURES:

• Fully assembled and ready for your layout
• Detailed trailer hitches
• Factory installed wire grab irons
• Metal underframe for correct rail height and optimum performance
• Machined RP25 profile 33 metal wheels
• Swing mount coupler boxes