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product_id: 342750168
title: "Trains Southern 40' Gondola Car-Ho Scale"
brand: "bachmann"
price: "¥16887"
currency: JPY
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Bachmann"
url: https://www.desertcart.jp/products/342750168-trains-southern-40-gondola-car-ho-scale
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region: Japan
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# Needlepoint bearing brass axles Magnetic E-Z Mate couplers Precision-machined RP25 wheels Trains Southern 40' Gondola Car-Ho Scale

**Brand:** bachmann
**Price:** ¥16887
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚂 Elevate your layout with precision, power, and prestige!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Trains Southern 40' Gondola Car-Ho Scale by bachmann
- **How much does it cost?** ¥16887 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- bachmann enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted bachmann brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Silent Glide:** Non-magnetic, blackened brass axles with needlepoint bearings reduce noise and wear, delivering a premium running experience.
- • **Magnetic Magic:** Body-mounted E-Z Mate couplers offer effortless, secure connections—making your train set the envy of every hobbyist.
- • **Smooth Operator:** Blackened machined-metal wheels with RP25 contours ensure ultra-realistic, frictionless rolling for flawless track performance.
- • **Stable & Steady:** Added weight and Celcon trucks optimize tracking, so your gondola car stays perfectly on course during every run.
- • **Collector’s Pride:** Authentic Southern Railroad design in HO scale, crafted in the USA, perfect for serious model train enthusiasts and pros alike.

## Overview

The Bachmann Trains Southern 40' Gondola Car in HO scale features precision blackened machined-metal RP25 wheels, magnetically operated E-Z Mate couplers, and non-magnetic brass axles with needlepoint bearings. Designed with added weight and Celcon trucks for optimal tracking, this meticulously crafted model offers smooth, realistic operation and authentic Southern Railroad detailing—ideal for adult collectors and serious model train aficionados.

## Description

40' Gondola car - HO scale. Blackened machined-metal wheels with RP25 contours. Magnetically operated, body mounted E-Z Mate couplers. Non-magnetic, blackened brass axles with needlepoint bearings. Celcon trucks. Added weight for optimum tracking.

Review: Tout est conforme Bon produit. 😀 - Très bien 1#
Review: Looks Great! - Sharp detail, excellent addition to the Southern Railroad collection.

## Features

- Blackened machined-metal wheels with RP25 contours
- Magnetically operated, body mounted E-Z Mate couplers
- Non-magnetic, blackened brass axles with needlepoint bearings
- Celcon trucks
- Added weight for optimum tracking

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000BPW8OU |
| Additional Features | Portable |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Are Batteries Required | No |
| Batteries are Included | No |
| Brand | Bachmann |
| Colour | white |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Customer Reviews | 4.9 out of 5 stars 36 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00022899172040 |
| Included Components | Bachmann Trains - 40' Gondola - SOUTHERN - HO Scale |
| Is Assembly Required | No |
| Item Dimensions | 44 x 89 x 191 Millimeters |
| Item Type Name | 40' Gondola - SOUTHERN - HO Scale |
| Item Weight | 0.04 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Bachmann Industries Inc. |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 17204 |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | 90 day warranty against manufacturer defects |
| Material | Metal |
| Maximum Recommended age | 640 |
| Minimum Recommended age | 168.0 |
| Model Name | 40' Gondola SOUTHERN HO Scale |
| Model Number | 17204 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Operation Mode | manual |
| Power Source | Manual |
| Scale | HO |
| Size | 3.5 x 1.75 x 7.5 inches |
| Theme | Car |
| Toy Vehicle Form | Car |
| UPC | 022899172040 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Images

![Trains Southern 40' Gondola Car-Ho Scale - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71x5YZNbabL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Tout est conforme Bon produit. 😀
*by M***. on 11 July 2021*

Très bien 1#

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Looks Great!
*by T***R on 25 April 2025*

Sharp detail, excellent addition to the Southern Railroad collection.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Gondola fits the bill.
*by S***I on 10 December 2013*

This gondola looks great, but a minor fault is perhaps too lightweight. A washer or two will fix that. I looked for some time to find Southern cars and was happy to find this. I am a big fan of Bachmann, trains and accessories.

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*Last updated: 2026-08-22*