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M.T.H. Electric Trains O Scale Westinghouse Schnabel Flatcar with Transformer Load 20-98232 - This O scale model freight car is a Westinghouse Schnabel flatcar with a transformer load. The model features two large blue arm assemblies constructed with an intricately detailed ABS body, connected to a central silver-colored transformer load. The arm assemblies are mounted on die-cast trucks and are equipped with operating metal couplers. The blue sections are decorated with the Westinghouse circle W logo and the text WECX 203. A white rectangular sign on the side reads DO NOT HUMP EMPTY OR LOADED in red print. Additional text reads LARGE POWER TRANSFORMER DIVISION Muncie, Indiana. The item is sealed in its original manufacturer packaging. The car is housed in a purple and yellow window box featuring a logo of a blue steam locomotive and the text M.T.H. ELECTRIC TRAINS. The end flap includes a label printed with Westinghouse Schnabel Flatcar and the model number 20-98232. Fine print on the box indicates the product was manufactured by M.T.H. Electric Train, 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia, MD 21046-1532, and made in China to M.T.H. standards and specifications. , The item is in new, unused condition and remains sealed in its original interior factory plastic wrapping (photo 1). The model appears complete with no visible signs of handling or damage to the freight car itself. The original window box shows moderate shelf wear, including surface scuffing and abrasions (photo 6), corner dings (photo 5), and some creasing and wear to the edges of the end flaps (photo 6).