34'_Sand_Hopper
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34' Sand Hopper

GN Car Series:

X-2950-X-2962
X-2964-X-2999 

Model Manufacturer and Description:

Accurail Kit 2300

Basic Modeling Notes:

Add roof and hatches.  Remove hopper outlets and replace with two outlets. Remove end bracing over coupler box and replace with Evergreen angle running from end sill to top of the end.  Add Power Brake to "B" end.  Remove platform above coupler box before installing the brake valve. See GNRHS Reference Sheet 114 for good photos of ends of the car. 

Prototype Paint Color:

Mineral Red

Recommended Decals:

HC-223 plus data, some lettering will have to be pieced together.

References:

Book 3, Pages 89 to 91

GNRHS Reference Sheet 114

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