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Scottl

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Re: Aurora 7550 60' Plate F Greenbrier Boxcars
« Reply #90 on: January 04, 2025, 12:40:44 PM »
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The gummies and a track gauge!
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Re: Aurora 7550 60' Plate F Greenbrier Boxcars
« Reply #91 on: January 04, 2025, 04:45:48 PM »
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Saw these for the first time in person today.

They're really nice. [ Guests cannot view attachments ]
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Re: Aurora 7550 60' Plate F Greenbrier Boxcars
« Reply #92 on: January 04, 2025, 04:51:36 PM »
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I am so impressed with these that I emailed Aurora and asked them to consider some 1970s era 60' hi cubes.  8)

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Re: Aurora 7550 60' Plate F Greenbrier Boxcars
« Reply #93 on: June 20, 2025, 04:21:28 PM »
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I just happened to notice on Facebook (which I rarely visit) that Aurora has announced a second run of these cars, since the first run was such a hit for them.  They don't take pre-orders, so those of you who missed out on FXE the first time around: keep an eye out in July (2025!).

They also announced a 2nd model: a Greenbrier 6726 cf Plate F 50' boxcar, presumably FBOX and other roads.  These will complement and somewhat supersede the ExactRail Trinity FBOX.  Due in late 2025.  Test shots are posted:

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1312047720926874&set=pb.100063649746526.-2207520000

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Aurora Miniatures International
May 24 at 12:37 PM  ·
N Scale Greenbrier 7550 cf 60’ Plate F Boxcar – 2nd Run

Built in various configurations since the late 1990s, over 20,000 of these 60ft double plug door boxcars roam the rails of North America, making the Gunderson / Greenbrier 7550 cf 60’ Plate F Boxcar one of the most common boxcars of the 21st century.

Model Features:
* Second run of our first N scale freight car!
* Improved wheelset contour and flange profiles.
* Improved truck and coupler performance characteristics.
* Based on the 2016-present day production variation of the prototype.
* Meticulously designed using various prototype resources with unrivalled accuracy and attention to detail.
* Highly detailed, injection-moulded plastic body.
* Separately applied door rods, handbrake wheel, coupler cut levers and air hoses.
* Fully and accurately detailed underbody details: main air line, control valve, air reservoir, empty/load equipment, brake cylinder, low-mounted brake rods, full piping details connecting all components.
* 100-ton roller-bearing trucks with free-rolling 36” metal wheelsets.
* N scale AuroraJanney couplers installed.
* Coupler and draft gear can be easily removed to facilitate installation of aftermarket couplers.
* Precision painting and lettering.
* 6 authentic paint schemes and 32 road numbers offered in this run.
* DATA ONLY cars based on 4 paint schemes available in limited quantities.

MSRP: $56.99 CAD / $41.99 USD**
Preorders Due: No preorders – On sale upon arrival!
Delivery: July 2025

** Listed MSRP is valid for the Canadian market only and does not include tariffs imposed by foreign governments or entities.
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Re: Aurora 7550 60' Plate F Greenbrier Boxcars
« Reply #94 on: June 21, 2025, 11:18:53 AM »
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Completely missed out on the first run due to bad timing. I'm expecting 4 locos from BLI next month, so I won't get as many of the boxcars as I "need."
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Re: Aurora 7550 60' Plate F Greenbrier Boxcars
« Reply #95 on: June 21, 2025, 12:45:10 PM »
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Quote from: GaryHinshaw on June 20, 2025, 04:21:28 PM
I just happened to notice on Facebook (which I rarely visit) that Aurora has announced a second run of these cars, since the first run was such a hit for them.  They don't take pre-orders, so those of you who missed out on FXE the first time around: keep an eye out in July (2025!).

They also announced a 2nd model: a Greenbrier 6726 cf Plate F 50' boxcar, presumably FBOX and other roads.  These will complement and somewhat supersede the ExactRail Trinity FBOX.  Due in late 2025.  Test shots are posted:


I’ve got some of their 50’ boxcars in HO and they’re a great pair with the ExactRail cars (and Prairie Shadows), as the sides are pretty different from the other designs. Gives that perfect bit of variation to make it all work
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Re: Aurora 7550 60' Plate F Greenbrier Boxcars
« Reply #96 on: June 21, 2025, 01:58:10 PM »
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The combination x panel / diagonal panel roof is interesting.
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Re: Aurora 7550 60' Plate F Greenbrier Boxcars
« Reply #97 on: June 21, 2025, 02:57:00 PM »
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Re: Aurora 7550 60' Plate F Greenbrier Boxcars
« Reply #98 on: June 21, 2025, 03:13:41 PM »
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Re: Aurora 7550 60' Plate F Greenbrier Boxcars
« Reply #99 on: October 23, 2025, 04:51:03 PM »
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Aurora has posted on their FB page next run of 60s are out and about.  New couplers on this run, more compatibility with other manufacturers.   Ive asked if replacement couplers are available for 1st run but no response
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Re: Aurora 7550 60' Plate F Greenbrier Boxcars
« Reply #100 on: October 23, 2025, 08:14:42 PM »
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Otter Valley had these posted a few days ago.  I ordered two more FXE and two MWCX (along with some more acid tankers...).  I suspect my freight car fleet has grown by ~25% this year alone, and there's still 2+ months to go.  :facepalm:
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Re: Aurora 7550 60' Plate F Greenbrier Boxcars
« Reply #101 on: October 24, 2025, 06:20:40 PM »
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Man I wanted some of those cars.  Looks like there is no shipping method to the states
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Re: Aurora 7550 60' Plate F Greenbrier Boxcars
« Reply #102 on: October 24, 2025, 07:20:11 PM »
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Quote from: sd75i on October 24, 2025, 06:20:40 PM
Man I wanted some of those cars.  Looks like there is no shipping method to the states

There will be stateside shops listing them shortly
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Re: Aurora 7550 60' Plate F Greenbrier Boxcars
« Reply #103 on: October 24, 2025, 09:44:17 PM »
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  I'm not a FB guy so Ty for sharing.  I also missed out on 1st run of FXE and had No idea if or when another run was coming out.  Hopefully this time I'll get some!!
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Re: Aurora 7550 60' Plate F Greenbrier Boxcars
« Reply #104 on: October 26, 2025, 10:37:22 PM »
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Quote from: sd75i on October 24, 2025, 06:20:40 PM
Man I wanted some of those cars.  Looks like there is no shipping method to the states

I was able to pick up a UCRY at Hiawatha Hobbies near Waukesha, Wi. They still had a handful left, and a few of the acid tankers too. Hashtag not sponsored...
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