The ready-to-run models will feature:

• Magnetically operating knuckle couplers 

• Metal wheels

• Wire grab irons

• Window “glass”

• Plenty of weight

Route Rock was a derivation of The Rock, a new image developed in 1975 for the Chicago Rock Island & Pacific as it reorganized from bankruptcy and a failed attempt to merge into Union Pacific. Departing from the blue and white standard, some Rock cabooses were painted solid white with the Route Rock moniker. These Phase 4 cabooses had been paid for by Union Pacific and leased to Rock Island during negotiations for the merger. When The Rock shut down in 1980, the lease was canceled and these cabooses were returned to Union Pacific. These cars will be available in 3 road numbers.

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