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AZL - 906551-3 - Container Car, Articulated Well, Gunderson Maxi-Stack IV - Pacer StackTrain - 6051

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BrandAZL
Stock Number906551-3
Original Retail Price$190.00
ManufacturerAZL
Body StyleAZL Well Car, Gunderson 53' MAX-IV
Prototype VehicleContainer Car, Articulated Well, Gunderson Maxi-Stack IV (Details)
Road or Company NamePacer StackTrain (Details)
Reporting MarksBRAN
Road or Reporting Number6051
Paint Color(s)Blue
Print Color(s)White & Red
Coupler TypeAZL AutoLatch
Coupler MountBody-Mount
Wheel TypeChemically Blackened Metal
Release Date2022-11-01
Item CategoryRolling Stock (Freight)
Model TypeWell Car
Model SubtypeMAX-IV
Model Variety53' Articulated
RegionNorth America
Prototype EraNA Era V: Modern Diesel (1979 - Present)



Specific Item Information: Each set will come with six containers.
Model Information: The cars are articulated and ride on modified AZL 90001 roller-bearing trucks. These trucks swing quite freely. A railing ramp is suggested for placing the cars on the track. A minimum of curve of 220mm and above is recommended.

Each set will come with six containers. The 53′ containers are the first time AZL has offered corrugated type containers in this length. The 40′ containers are a re-release with new tooling as well. AZL plans to offer a mix of containers from discount stores, online stores, overnight delivery services, shipping companies, moving companies and railroads.
Prototype History:
Intermodal container service is one of the most popular types of freight service on rails today. The Maxi-Stack IV car is the mainstay of the U.S. domestic double-stack car fleet. Providing an optimum balance between tare weight and capacity, the Gunderson Maxi-Stack IV is a 3-unit articulated double-stack car that can handle containers from 20-foot to 53-foot long in the well and containers 40-foot to 57-foot in the top, or double-stacked, position. As of a result of its versatility and sturdy construction, the Maxi-Stack IV is now the mainstay of the U.S. domestic double-stack fleet. The popularity of this car on North American rails is underscored by its popularity with model railroaders today!
Road Name History:
Pacer International, Inc. was one of the largest freight transportation and logistics services companies in North America. Through long-term agreements with railroads such as Union Pacific Railroad, CSX, Canadian National Railroad, and several Mexican railroads, Pacer International has access to a 50,000-mile North American rail network that embraces most of the major population and commercial centers in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The company served regional, national, and global manufacturers and retailers, offering itself as a single source for all freight shipment and logistics support for its customers. Pacer International contracted with independent trucking contractors who control more than 700 trucks. The company's intermodal marketing operations were located in California, New Jersey, Tennessee, Illinois, and Ohio. In addition to its North American operations, Pacer International also operated as an international freight forwarder, an indirect ocean carrier, and a customs broker. The company served more than 1,000 clients internationally through 17 offices and approximately 100 agents. Pacer International was the largest provider of container intermodal rail service in North America that was not affiliated with a railroad.
Brand/Importer Information:
AZL is the leader in North American Z scale locomotives and rolling stock. Since 2000, AZL has released a vast variety of freight, passenger and locomotives. AZL continues to push the boundaries of Z scale with amazing details and incredible performance. No matter if you are looking to run steam, or the most modern diesels, AZL has something for you.
Item created by: CNW400 on 2022-11-01 14:37:57. Last edited by CNW400 on 2022-11-01 14:37:58

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