Model train car with 'Western Pacific' branding on a brown background

HO Accurail Western Pacific 40' Double Sheath Wood Boxcar - 81782

$16.49 $21.98
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SKU: ACU81782
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HO Scale 40 Foot Double Sheath Wood Boxcar - Western Pacific Railway

Add authentic Western railroading to your HO scale layout with this detailed 40-foot double sheath wood boxcar from Accurail, decorated for the legendary Western Pacific Railway. This model captures the classic era of California and Western freight railroading with period-correct details and quality construction.

Key Features:

  • Authentic Western Pacific Livery: Western Pacific Railway decoration with period-accurate paint scheme and lettering
  • Double Sheath Construction: Accurately modeled double sheath wood boxcar design typical of early to mid-20th century freight equipment
  • 40-Foot Length: Standard 40-foot boxcar design representing transition-era equipment
  • Quality Construction: Precision-molded plastic body with authentic wood texture and panel details from Accurail
  • Easy Assembly Kit: Snap-together construction makes assembly straightforward for modelers of all skill levels
  • Part of Set #8178: Available individually or as part of the 40' Double Sheath Wood Boxcar 3-Car Set
  • Prototypical Details: Accurate rivet patterns and wood plank textures throughout

Perfect For:

This 40-foot double sheath wood boxcar is ideal for modelers recreating early 1900s through transition-era railroading on their HO scale layouts. The Western Pacific Railway was known for its scenic Feather River Route through the Sierra Nevada mountains, connecting California with the rest of the nation. This car is perfect for Western and California layouts, transcontinental freight consists, or general manifest service from the steam and early diesel eras.

Complementary Products:

Build an authentic freight consist with our selection of HO Scale Boxcars. Complete the set with our Accurail Atchison Topeka & Santa Fe 40' Double Sheath Boxcar, Accurail Union Pacific 40' Double Sheath Boxcar, or get the complete Accurail 40' Double Sheath Wood Boxcar 3-Car Set. Expand your Western railroad fleet with our Accurail Denver & Rio Grande Western 40' Boxcar. Browse our complete HO Scale Rolling Stock collection to build your freight roster.

About Accurail:

Accurail has been producing quality HO scale freight car kits since 1967, known for their excellent value, accurate details, and easy assembly. Visit https://accurailinc.com/ to explore their complete product line and find additional information about their model railroad products.

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