With the onset of World War I, the United States Railroad Administration (USRA) was faced with the possible shortage of raw materials to construct desperately needed rolling stock. In an effort to decrease construction time, provide a cost savings and simplify repair and parts supply, a group of seven standard freight car designs were created that could be built in large quantities. Over 20,000 composite gondolas were built during the war.
 
Features:
 
* All metal grab irons
 
* Die cast Andrews-style trucks
 
* Die cast chassis
 
* Fully-detailed inside and out
 
* Accurate painting and lettering
 
* Minimum radius curve: 24"