DELUXE INNOVATIONS N Scale Gunderson Maxi-Stack IV

These three-unit cars are over 15" long and feature precision die-cast metal bodies for superior tracking even when empty. There is no need to add weight to the containers, in fact that will raise the center of gravity. The brake detail, end platforms, container bumpers, steps, grab irons and articulators are injection molded plastic, and all the walkways and lift rings are see-through etched stainless steel. They are equipped with body mounted Micro-Trains Line® operating knuckle couplers. Like the prototype, the DeLuxe Maxi-Stack IV will fit all standardized 53' or shorter containers in each bottom position, including two 20' containers, and all 40' or longer containers in the upper position. The box has vacu-formed nests with removable container inserts allowing it to be used as a storage and carrying case, empty or loaded with containers. Be sure to save the container inserts for transporting them empty or damage may result. The DeLuxe Maxi-IV requires a minimum radius of 12" but will look better on wider 22 "curves.

Deluxe Innovations have redesigned the articulators, they were originally the same as the Maxi-Stack III. Now they will allow the car's wells to be packaged in a "3 up" box similar to the Kato box but with a window to display the car. The box includes room to pack containers with the car. The 3-unit articulated sets come fully assembled, just place each well on the track lining up the articulators and you are ready to run. The mud flaps for the platform ends of the A and B wells are included in the box in a small plastic bag. These parts were sometimes interfereing with the wheel flanges on curves of less than a 14" radius thus causing derailments. While it was not a consistent problem, the decision was made by Deluxe Innovations to leave the parts off to avoid any problems. Running the cars loaded, you will probbly not even notice that the mudflaps are not in place. Customers who want to run their cars empty can easily install the mud flaps.