Description
Prototype Information:
Accompanying large UP steam locomotives such as FEF-3 or Big Boy these days, is always at least one of a pair of Union Pacific Water Tenders, carrying spare water for the steam engine (Water filling stations being a rarity in the diesel era). These unique re-built cars have seen service as both Steam and Gas Turbine Electric fuel tenders before finally settling into their current forms as part of UP's steam heritage fleet where they operate as separate (but always-present) cars.
Model Information:
The Water Tenders are an all-new design and will be sold as a two-pack for modelers to supplement their FEF-3, Big Boy 4014 or other UP steam locomotives. Just like the prototype models, the two tenders are not identical, having (in addition to one car having an externally mounted American Flag plate) different weld mark details which will be replicated on the models of the two cars, ensuring that their unique spirit is preserved when translated into model form.
Model Features:
- Water Tenders: Can be upgraded with an optional light board to illuminate marker lights in either direction (sold separately) Light board now available  Part 928065
- Water Tenders: The separate "Flag" plate will be prototypically applied to the Jim Adams Car.
- 11" (282mm) Minimum turning radius on ground level track, 15" (381mm) Minimum turning radius on Viaduct track.
- All detail parts installed
Daniel Dewar (verified owner) –
When I received this item, I had a slight issue.
I have spoken with Traintrax and without any problems, they sent out a new one which had been checked.
I would recommend Traintrax anytime, first class service.
Nicholas Ambrose (verified owner) –
Fantastic service from TrainTrax yet again. The excursion coaches are fantastic as well as the two water tank tenders.