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This Identification Guide for Lionel Electric Trains covers the "Post-war Era" only from 1945 until 1969.
LIONEL TRAINS NEW YORK CENTRAL GONDOLA CAR No. 6462
The New York Central Gondola Car No. 6462 is listed in the Production Table as Variation K of the Type 1b BRICK RED body that has WHITE lettering. This car was available in 1950 and it was equipped with Type 4 staple-end trucks with magnetic couplers. Came with steps on each corner of the chassis and brake wheels.