O MTH Barber Foundry Ore Car Cab #2019 30-75643

MTH RailKing Barber Foundry Ore Car Cab #2019

Add authentic industrial freight operations to your O gauge layout with the MTH RailKing Barber Foundry Ore Car. This highly detailed ore car features prototypical Barber Foundry livery and represents the specialized freight cars used to transport iron ore, coal, and other heavy bulk materials from mines and foundries to steel mills and processing facilities across North America’s industrial heartland.

Key Features

• Intricately Detailed Durable ABS Body– High-quality construction with authentic ore car profile
• Prototypical Barber Foundry Paint Scheme– Accurate cab number #2019 with authentic lettering and logos
• Realistic Ore Car Design– Low-profile body designed for heavy bulk cargo transport
• Metal Wheels and Axles– Smooth rolling performance and realistic appearance
• Die-Cast 4-Wheel Trucks– Heavy-duty construction for reliable operation
• Operating Die-Cast Metal Couplers– Compatible with all O gauge equipment
• Decorative Brake Wheels– Authentic railroad detailing
• Separate Metal Handrails– Scale appearance and durability
• Fast-Angle Wheel Sets– Superior tracking on curves
• Needle-Point Axles– Reduced friction for smooth operation
• Operates On O-27 Curves– Compatible with layouts of all sizes

Prototype Information

Ore cars are specialized freight cars designed to transport heavy bulk materials like iron ore, coal, limestone, and other minerals. These low-profile cars feature reinforced construction to handle the extreme weight of their cargo, with capacities ranging from 50 to 100 tons. Ore cars were essential to America’s steel industry, moving raw materials from mines in Minnesota’s Iron Range, Pennsylvania’s coal fields, and other mining regions to steel mills in Pittsburgh, Gary, Cleveland, and other industrial centers.

Barber Foundry Heritage

Barber Foundry operated ore cars and other specialized freight equipment to support industrial operations throughout the Great Lakes region and beyond. These rugged cars were built to withstand the harsh conditions of mining and heavy industry, featuring reinforced frames and heavy-duty trucks capable of handling extreme loads.

Dimensions

Unit Measures: 11 1/2″ x 2 3/8″ x 2 1/4″ – Traditional O gauge proportions perfect for RailKing industrial freight consists.

Compatibility

This ore car is designed for O gauge 3-rail layouts and is compatible with MTH, Lionel, Atlas O, and other O gauge track systems. The car operates smoothly on O-27 curves, making it suitable for layouts of all sizes from starter sets to expansive model railroads.

Complementary Products

Build authentic industrial freight consists with ourO Rolling Stock collection, featuringMTH Denver & Rio Grande 3-Car 4-Bay Hopper Car Set,MTH AGP Ps-2 Discharge Hopper Car, andMTH Baltimore & Ohio Gondola Car with Crates. Complete your O gauge layout with locomotives and track from ourO Scale collection.

About MTH Electric Trains

MTH Electric Trains has been a leading manufacturer of model trains and accessories since 1980, known for producing highly detailed, feature-rich locomotives and rolling stock across multiple scales. VisitMTH Trains’ official websiteto explore their complete product line and learn more about their commitment to quality and innovation in model railroading.