Additionally the flatcars are 20 feet in length and 5 feet wide on the deck.They orginally were used to carry the nitrate buggy carts at the Apache Powder Company outside Benson, Arizona. The facility had a operating narrow gauge until the early 1980's and used Porter Fireless locomotives and Plymouth diesels for motive power. As stated earlier, the flatcars would great MOW flats for a museum or tourist operation.
Orginal member of engine crew, North County, Pacific and Creek Railroad. Conductor, Pacific Coast Railroad at the Santa Margarita Ranch. Retired Firefighter, Collector of RGS memorabilia, and narrow gauge toys.