Variation A: this variation has a metal chassis that is similar to what was used in the 6462 variations and came in an ORANGE perforated box labeled "6062-4" on an inside flap. Although Lionel eliminated this sheet metal chassis with the 6062, this car was the exception, as Lionel was using up old stock. Produced in early 1959 on a Type 2a body.
Variation B: AAR trucks are riveted directly to the Type 2b body and came with three ORANGE cable reels.
Variation C: same as Variation B except with BROWN cable reels.
Variation D: was shown in the 1969 catalog as BLUE No. 6062-50, which is the number that is shown only on the box end. This car was never produced in this color, but was instead a GLOSS BLACK. "NYC" is overscored and the underscored number "6062" appears on the sides. There is no "NEW 2-49" date. Produced on body mold 6462-2 that has a detailed undercarriage, no brake wheels, and late AAR trucks that have one disc and one solid non-operating coupler. Came with two RED unpainted canisters that are marked "LIONEL" on the top. This gondola came in a Hagerstown checkerboard box and is difficult to find with the box. |