Modeling an O scale TTX Company QTTX 131104 heavy duty 12-axle flatcar
An O scale model has been built based on a prototype TTX Company heavy duty QTTX 12-axle flatcar that uses 4 pair of 3-axle trucks. It is similar to the prototype car number QTTX 131104. The scale model has an overall length of 64 scale feet with an overall wheelbase of 57-1/2 feet. The deck is 43 feet long. The model uses split bolsters and Lionel 3-axle trucks. Model photos attached.
Note: This car is nearly identical to QTTX 131102 except that the deck construction is entirely different.
Prototype Data: TTX Car number 131104 Note: A prototype drawing for this car is attached.
Type: Flat Car
AAR Class:FM: Ordinary flat car for general service. This car has flooring laid over sills and without sides or ends.
AAR Type: F401
Detail Info: Flat Car, Load Limit: 200,000lb and greater, Inside length: less than 53ft
Plate: C
QTTX Class: DSH45
Builder: Differential Steel Car Co.
Max Gross Weight: 945000
Load Limit: 745000
Ext L/W/H: 68' 7" / 10' 8" / 4' 5"
Int L/W/H: 45' 0" / 10' 8" / 0' 0" (Deck)
User Notes: 12-axle