K-Line K6332-1431 CSX Fuel Tender
This tank car made by K-Line has an extruded aluminum tank and is painted in a typical CSX color scheme. All underbody detail including end railings are metal. Roller bearing style sprung trucks are furnished. A photo of the prototype road number 993369 is attached.
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There's one thing about toy trains. The short-lived ideas of the actual industry live on for decades. The DOT pulled the plug on using the fuel tenders. I must admit that the prototype colors are more attractive.
Nice ... I have a few MTH Premier cars like this.
If the fuel tender was to provide extra fuel on a long trip with a multiple unit engines then it would be helpful. Surprised the DOT pulled the plug on it.
Sometimes steam engines have an auxiliary water tender to provide the extra water needed for a long trip.
Lee Fritz
Ideas for modeling: These "fuel tenders" could be placed at strategic points off on a siding and could be used to refill an engine without the need to construct a complete refueling center. Pumping facilities would also be required at the site. These tankcars could also be used as part of a MOW consist.
I'm not aware of any being offered. They do show up on the, "bay" from time to time. I would suggest searching there on a regular basis. I know they are often bought and repainted as regular tank cars.
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