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Birney Safety Car Trolley Model, Fort Collins - Corgi US55205
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Description
Corgi Limited Edition Diecast Model
Birney Safety Car Trolley - Fort Collins Municipal Railway, destination: City Park/Avery House
1:48 scale (O gauge). Length: 7.1", With cable line: 9.5"
The Fort Collins Municipal Railway began in 1919 when the city took over the small three-route line that was started by the Denver & Interurban Railway in 1907. The city obtained four Birney Safety Cars and began operating them in 1919. Fort Collins was the smallest city in the nation with a streetcar system. The City finally abandoned the streetcars in June 1951
The Birney car was an electric trolley developed in the 1910s by Charles O. Birney. The Birney was popular in small cities because they were economical for a system not needing large cars. For large cities, Birneys were used on lightly traveled lines where large cars were not justifiable
The Corgi "Vintage Bus Lines" range includes highly detailed bus, trolley and streetcar models. These fully assembled models are crafted using the specifications of the original vehicle. They feature clear view windows with interior seating and historically accurate paint schemes. Corgi models are constructed with precision-made diecast metal and some plastic components.
Retail price: $ 59.99 Our price: $ 44.95
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