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CB&Q HO Plastic & Resin Freight Equipment
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Last Updated 8/3/2023
COMMENTS ON THE SELECTION OF MODELS FOR THIS LIST
It is given that there is no such thing
as a perfect model, so what constitutes an 'accurate' representation is, to a degree, relative and somewhat subjective.
The attached is therefore only a suggested listing of models which, on a comparative basis, best portray or can be
modified to best portray Burlington prototypes.
Accurate? - Not even close!
Since the quality and extent of detailing is generally a function of price, and because each model listed can
be modified or detailed to more accurately represent the prototype, no minimum standard of detailing has been
assumed and models from all price ranges have been included.
Key to Codes Used:
+ - Redetailing required
> - Kit modification required
(D) - Discontinued
(#p) - Multiple paint schemes (# indicates how
many) |
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That being said, here are the factors upon which models were selected.
1. Most important is that the general proportions of the model are to scale. While this might seem implicit,
some models are significantly over- or under-sized. Because incorrect details can be reworked or replaced fairly
easily but correcting a model's proportions is usually impossible, a model's fidelity to scale is essential. Therefore,
the attached listing generally does not include 'stand in' models regardless of their availability painted for
Burlington prototypes (e.g. Walther's 4427 cubic foot PS-2CD covered hopper representing the Q's 4000 cubic foot versions).
2. Secondly, the design elements of the prototype need to be properly represented on the model. It should have
the correct type of roof, ends, doors and other major features of the prototype.
3. If a model generally satisfies the first two criteria, and their are no others representing that prototype,
it may be included despite having some discrepancies.
4. Models are listed regardless of their availability painted and lettered for the Burlington. It is presumed
that appropriate paint and decals are available. In some instances generally correct models may have been made
available with prototypical paint schemes which, unfortunately, were not applied to the class of car the model
represents. These versions have not been included below.
NOTE:Modelers may wish to inspect decorated models for their reweigh dates. If they are listed as 'new' the date would correspond to the build date, regardless, the reweigh date should indicate an approximate service date of the model and the corresponding paint scheme.
5. Representations of prototypes which can be created relatively easily by remarking or splicing existing models
have been included if models are otherwise unavailable.
Finally, the most important criteria should be that a model looks representative to you. You need to be your own
judge of what is acceptable. Given your own prospective and considering your budget, time and talent, you may find
the above criteria need to be modified to suit your own needs. However, it is hoped that this list provides
you with some guidance in making your modeling selections. |
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Insulated Box Cars:
Class |
Description |
Builders |
RBL |
50' steel |
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BRE Refrigerator Cars:
Class |
Description |
Builders |
RM 5 |
40' truss rods |
Sunshine SKU 34.14 Discontinued |
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RM 7 |
40' double- sheathed |
Accurail (4p) SKU 4801 BREX Late |
Accurail SKU 4801 BREX Late |
Accurail SKU 3339(3 pack) FW&D Late also BREX & CX not accurate |
Accurail undec (Modified) |
Accurail undec (Modified) |
Accurail undec (Modified) |
Accurail/5th Avenue No SKU cstm NX |
Accurail/5th Avenue No SKU cstm NX |
Accurail/5th Avenue No SKU cstm NX |
Accurail/5th Avenue
No SKU
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Accurail/BRHS
SKU 007-1B(D)
FW&D late |
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1942 RS |
40' composite |
Athearn
SKU ATH-5221 |
- No Image -
Sunshine
SKU 34.16
w/plywood sides
Discontinued |
Sunshine
SKU 34.17 & 34.20
w/Tongue & Groove sides
Discontinued
Built by Bill Welsh |
Sunshine
SKU 34.17 & 34.20
w/Tongue & Groove sides
Discontinued
Built by Bill Welsh |
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'49 RS |
40' steel |
InterMountain SKU 40599 undec (R40-25) |
InterMountain SKU 40599 undec (R40-25) |
Accurail SKU 8306 Early BREX |
- No Image - Bob's Engine House
SKU 742 cstm orig paint Discontinued |
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'50s |
40' plug door |
Accurail (4p) SKU 8502 late BREX SKU 8507 late MNX |
5th Avenue/Accurail No SKU early BREX |
5th Avenue/Accurail No SKU early BREX |
Sunshine SKU 72.4 & 72.5 Discontinued |
5th Avenue/Accurail No SKU Original MNX |
Accurail
SKU 8507
late MNX |
Accurail
SKU 8527 National Packing Co. |
Accurail
SKU 8527 National Packing Co. |
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RP |
50' mechanical |
Pacific HO
G-2000-325 Undec
Discontinued |
Pacific HO
G-2000-325 Undec
Discontinued |
- No Image -
Wright-Trak
No SKU |
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OSP |
50' mechanical |
Walthers
SKU 910-3755 + 56 |
Walthers
SKU 910-3755 + 56 |
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Tank Cars:
Class |
Description |
Builders |
TM 7 |
25,000 gallon |
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Stock Cars:
Covered Hoppers:
Open Hoppers:
Class |
Description |
Builders |
C&S |
USRA steel |
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HT 8 |
34' composite |
Athearn SKU ATH-5422 |
LifeLike SKU 23825 CB&Q BCR RTR |
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HT 10/abc |
41' triple bay |
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HT 10d |
41' triple bay Rebuild |
Atlas SKU 20001248
SKU 1188A+89A orig black |
Atlas
SKU 20002909+10 pre-merger black |
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HT 11 |
Bethlehem 3209 48' quad bay |
Walthers
SKU 932-4918 Kit
SKUs 910-1963 RTR,
910-1964 RTR |
Walthers SKU 932-4918 |
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HT 13 |
Bethlehem 3483 Quad Hopper |
ExactRail (2p) SKUs EP-81454-01 to 24 original |
ExactRail |
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ExactRail
SKUs EP-81455-01 to 15 pre-merger |
ExactRail |
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Gondolas:
Flat Cars:
Class |
Description |
Builders |
FC 1 |
Flexi-Van |
Walthers SKU 932-41057 to 59 |
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FM 1 |
60' Flat Car |
Chad Boas No SKU Partial Kit |
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FM 8 |
Coil Car |
Red Caboose SKU RR-32503-1 to 6 pre-merger green |
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FM 11 |
45' |
Sunshine SKU MK.3 discontinued |
Sunshine SKU MK.3A discontinued |
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FM 12 |
52' |
Northern Spcfc
Models No SKU |
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FM 13 |
53' |
ConCor + SKU 0001-009200(?) undec kit
(Modeified) |
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FM 14 |
53' 6" |
Chad Boas No SKU Partial Kit |
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LP 5 |
53' bulkhead |
ExactRail SKU EP-81901-1 to -9 CR |
ExactRail SKU EP-81901-1 to -9 CR |
Walthers + SKU 932-3759 CR
Kit
SKU 910-590702 CR
RTR |
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AutoRack |
Athearn
TTX flat w/Whitehead and Kales Rack
SKUs ATHG-29589 to 91
SKUs ATHG 69579 to 81
(2nd Run) |
Athearn
TTX flat w/Whitehead and Kales Rack
SKUs ATHG-29589 to 91
SKUs ATHG 69579 to 81
(2nd Run) |
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Accurail
SKUs 9219 + 92191
Paragon Bi-level Kits |
Accurail
SKU 9319
ParagonTri-level Kits
(Discontinued) |
Accurail
SKU 99219
Accuready Paragon
Bi-level RTR
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Accurail
SKU 99219
Accuready Paragon
Bi-level RTR
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Accurail
SKU 99319
Accuready Paragon
Tri-level RTR |
Accurail
SKU 99319
Accuready Paragon
Tri-level RTR
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Waycars:
Maintenance of Way:
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