Description
For Sale: All Nation “The Can Tank Car KIT, 2 Rail O Scale On The Cheap” PN#15K
In keeping with our efforts to entice newcomers to try 2 Rail O Scale, we release another one in our series of model kits titled, “The Recycle Tin Can Tank Car, 2 Rail O Scale On The Cheap”. Anyone wanting to test the O Scale waters, whether coming from a smaller scale or a newcomer deciding on a scale, you cannot go wrong giving this a try. As a very basic kit using steel cans from the recycle bin, the can 17.6 Fl. Oz. drink can is the right starting size and super strong for a modern freight car. All Nation supplies the basic parts, 3D Printed ends, tank skins and platforms leaving the decision to the modeler for detailing. The kit does not dictate what type or size of tank car to build. Rather, given 2 tin cans, the modeler can innovate deciding the length or type of commodity to transport in a model. The modeler could even go the Bulktainer route for a unique finished model on a flat or spine car. The model conforms very closely to the max Plate C dimension of 10′ 8″, perfect for those ethanol cars you have been wanting. A couple of these sitting in your transload facility will turn viewer heads for sure.
On the cheap means to bring an affordable model kit to the new-to-O-Scale crows who may be on a short allowance. The advantage of taking on this project also allows the beginner to learn basic modeling skills such as drilling and tapping assembly work. Included is our new 13 Rung Flex Ladders to easily conform to the radius of the tank. For extended part details and video (see below).
See the video line below which outlines an approach to putting this tank car together.
Recycle Tin Can TANK CAR Instructional VIDEO
Parts List:
1 A Platform with Integrated bolster
1 B Platform with Integrated bolster
2 Cans serving as the inner tank shell
(Modeler can chose any can of their liking. The ones we supply have a diameter and length as noted in the photo: Diameter: 66.4mm or 2.54 inches and a length of 171.45mm or 6-3/4 inches)
2 Head End Caps
Tank Jacket aka All Nation Skins Include:
2 End Jackets 93 mm in length each
1 Connector/Center Skin 153 mm in length
Jackets lengths can be custom printed upon special request.
1 Bottom Outlet Valve
1 Manway
1 Manway Cover
2 Flex Ladders 13 Rung
1 Top Deck Grate
1 Top Deck Vent
4 Hand Rail Posts
8 Short Stanchions
8 Long Stanchions
4 Body Bolsters
4 End Placards
4 Side Placards
2 Head End Supports
2 Platform Grates
2 Brass Hand Rails
2 End Cap Hand Rail Supports
1 Brake Wheel
1 Brake Wheel Housing
2 Bolster Bushings
1 #1698B A B Brake Set
2 Trapezoidal Half Head Shields (Optional)
3D Parts may come in various colors (e.g. black, white, grey). Some 3D Printed parts will require the removal of support material and brims required on the printer build plate. Some filing clean up may be necessary. CA glues work well, partial assembly and painting procedures is up to the modeler. All 3D printed parts are ABS plastic except AB Brake Set. We recommend E6000 Industrial Strength glue if welding 2 or more cans together.
Note: Track in the photos is not included. Trucks, couplers and 0.03″ brass wire are not included.
