This car is what's called a Slab Sided Hopper. They were unique to Canadian railways only. This one is a model of a TH&B hopper and were a common site in the 1970's.
I believe they were used mostly for transporting powered cement and possibly bulk fertilizers.
I bought this one assembled unlike my other resin cars.
5 comments:
Excellent job of re-creating the island in HO. I'm originally from Summerside but moved out west with my family when the base closed down. I've worked as a conductor for CP for 6 years in Vancouver but still fondly remember watching those old mlw's rumble past my house in the early 80's. I am trying to find info on operations, subdivisions, spur lines, rolling stock, etc. but without much luck. Just the odd website with good intentions but vague info. I had some other questions too, if you could give me some info it would be greatly appreciated, thanks for the help.
Ian P.
gee Derwin I would have though there would be some new pictures maybe even a short video clip.
Thanks CP brakey for your comments.
Sorry it took so long to get back to you but I guess I need to check my Blog more frequently.
Contact me at (ds.cole@isnhighspeed.ca)and I will try answer some of your questions.
Derwin
Well Brian if you are checking the Blog now you will see a couple of new pictures taken with my new digital camera.
As for video I also have a new camera for that as well but the learning curve is much greater.
Derwin
I love this shot of your layout. It is a true showstopper! The camera angle you chose really draws the viewer into the scene. Would like to see more pics of this fine layout!
Cheers,
Mike Hamer
Ottawa
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