Guaranteed Pre-Order Deadline is February 27th, 2026
After closing, if not in stock, you may join the Waitlist and we will attempt to acquire one for you.
Estimated Delivery Date Is: Fall 2026
Product information:
BNSF #32 "William B. Strong", 2013-2018 Appearance
The William Barstow Strong began its life as Coach Bar Lounge Car #1397 before being rebuilt as a Track Inspection Car. In 1975, it was renamed William Barstow Strong in honor of the former president of the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railway—who also inspired the naming of the city of Barstow, California.
Features:
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Unique interior layouts based on the prototype and the specific era in which each car operated
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Prototypically accurate trucks for both AT&SF and BNSF versions
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Individually controlled lighting functions, including interior lights, track inspection lights, and red/green marker lights — all operated with touch control
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Accurate carbody details such as protective panel door covers, window arrangements, and roof antenna configurations with GPS dome
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Detailed underbody components, including accurate warning label placements where applicable
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Era-specific lighting packages for each version
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Numerous separately applied details, including handrails and antenna assemblies (where appropriate)
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Couplers: Two operating Kadee® couplers
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Track Compatibility: Code 70, 83, and 100 rail
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Minimum Operating Radius: 18 inches