Most were rebuilt into the 61000 series without the drop doors in the 50s. Ours escaped somehow, and was the last 60000 series gon in service. The Housatonic welded a snow plow to one end and used it to keep their line open in winter. The plow was removed before delivery to the museum. Received April 8, 1995.
Cosmetic restoration is planned for some future date.
Gondolas such as this were used to carry low-value commodities that could not be harmed by the weather, such as scrap metal. Drop doors were useful for unloading coal or ballast from an open trestle into a storage area. Except where noted, photos on this page are by Rick Simpson.