This "used & abused" old box car showed up next to the tracks in 1960. In 1974, it was released as No. 1917 in a two piece box. There are six color variations of this structure and we’ve listed these below along with some of the parts that are frequently missing.

Work Car Stack
The Railroad Work Car vent stack was unique to this structure and was GRAY, or BROWN, in color. Confirmation is needed if there is multicolored version of this part in either BROWN/BLACK or GRAY/BLACK colors. This part is not reproduced.

Railroad Work Car Foundation
The work car sits on two of these rail tie foundations. They were also produced in GRAY, and BROWN colors. Neither of these colors for this piece have been reproduced and supply is limited to what is existing in these kits.

Work Car Door Awning
This Railroad Work Car Door Awning mounted in slots located above and on both sides of the door and was GRAY, BROWN, or MAROON in color. Confirmation is needed if there is multicolored version of this part was made in either BROWN/BLACK or GRAY/BLACK colors. This part has not been reproduced.

Railroad Work Car Door Steps
These steps mounted in slots located at the bottom and on both sides of the door and was GRAY, BROWN, or MAROON in color. Confirmation is needed if there is multicolored version of this part was made in either BROWN/BLACK or GRAY/BLACK colors. This part has not been reproduced.

The current issues of all of the Plasticville structures are cast from the same molds, but are usually made in different colors so they are not confused with the originals. However, in the case of the "Hobo Jungle" as is illustrated to the right, the work car is in the same colors as the original. The way to tell the difference between the current issue and the older pieces is by examining the thickness of the plastic. The current issue is made in China, and it is not as rigid or stiff as the older pieces, and they appear to be more transparent when held up to a light source. We urge caution when purchasing this item, even if they are in an original box, and you should ask for return privileges before purchasing. Click on the picture to see a larger view.