Athearn RTR 72815 - 53' Wabash Plate Trailer Willis 651 - HO Scale

MODEL  FEATURES: 

• Separate etched metal hazmat placards (where applicable)
• Separate painted etched-metal mudflaps
• Painted roof, lights, conspicuity stripes, door closure rods, etc.
• Eight rubber tires
• Sand shoes applied with removable glue
• Sliding tandem
• Eight rubber tires
• Fully assembled

PROTOTYPE AND BACKGROUND INFO:

In the mid 1990s, 53 foot trailers became an industry standard after the States and US Department of Transportation approved their use on all US and Interstate highways. The Wabash Duraplate trailer is commonly seen in service today, on the road and in piggyback service.