HO Scale brass 6-section, 6-double bedroom Pullman sleeper from Challenger Imports, manufactured in Korea by Samhongsa. Represents a rebuilt Pullman Plan 4060 sleeper car "Poplar Branch" with mechanical Brine air conditioning, finished in classic Pullman green livery. Challenger Imports was renowned for producing high-quality brass models with exceptional detail and magnificent factory paint jobs, considered "collector grade" by enthusiasts.
The Plan 4060 was part of Pullman's extensive rebuilding program that modernized older heavyweight sleeping cars with new interiors, air conditioning, and updated amenities while retaining the proven heavyweight carbody construction. These rebuilt cars operated in Pullman's pool fleet and could be assigned to premier passenger trains on various railroads including Union Pacific, Pennsylvania Railroad, and New York Central. The 6-section, 6-double bedroom layout provided versatile sleeping accommodations for different passenger needs.
This model features the ultra-smooth and quiet mechanisms that Samhongsa was known for, along with an incredible level of detail including fine-scale features that made Challenger Imports models highly sought after.
Packaging: Complete with original Challenger Imports box and contents.

