North American Railcar Corporation

06/22/2026

06/22/2026

Photos just arrived from the factory in China of the N scale 4300 cu ft potash hopper.

After months of development, revisions, and preparation, it's always rewarding to see a project moving toward production and taking shape as a finished model.

If you ask me, every word beyond this point is unnecessary. The photos speak for themselves.

We'll continue to share updates as production progresses and more information becomes available.

06/18/2026

PWRS/ North American Railcar Corp: Surrey Location Summer Hours (Effective June 28, 2026)
The Surrey location will operate under summer hours beginning June 28, 2026.

Monday–Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM (pick-ups only. call ahead required)
Wednesday–Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM (pick-ups and in-store shopping)
Closed Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.

June 20 and June 27 are the final Saturdays the location will be open prior to the change.

Website remains available 24/7 for orders.
Call ahead: 604-542-0790

Thank you
PWRS/ NARC Team

06/12/2026

Union Pacific 4000 cu ft gondolas are expected to arrive later this year in both HO and N scale

Our latest release reproduces the Hawker Siddeley-built cars from the 925000-series, featuring prototype-specific details, accurate lettering, and individually assigned road numbers based on the original fleet.

Each model comes fully assembled and ready to run, with photo-etched metal details, wire brake rigging, and semi-scale metal wheels.

12 road numbers are available in this release, and once sold out, these numbers will not be produced again.

Pre order now expected delivery: December 2026
HO Scale: https://pwrs.ca/view_product.php?ProductID=206685
N Scale: https://pwrs.ca/view_product.php?ProductID=206683

06/10/2026

A CSX gondolacar with Canadian roots

Before wearing CSX lettering, these gondolas began life in Canada in coal service.

Built by Marine Industries, these cars later found their way into CSX Maintenance of Way (MoW) service, still carrying traces of their Canadian National heritage, including the distinctive CN "noodle" visible on the right side of the prototype.

Our model captures this unique appearance with prototype-specific details, accurate lettering, photo-etched metal parts, wire brake rigging, and semi-scale metal wheels.

Only 6 road numbers are available in this release, making it an excellent choice for building a realistic coal train with varied reporting marks and numbers.

PRE ORDER Today. Delivery- December 26

Pre order HO Scale https://pwrs.ca/view_product.php?ProductID=184886
Pre order N Scale https://pwrs.ca/view_product.php?ProductID=192823

06/03/2026

Following requests from a number of customers, we’re happy to announce an additional item in our upcoming N Scale 4000 cu. ft. Grain Hopper release.

Introducing a partially numbered (or perhaps partially un-numbered… we’ll let you decide! 😎) 4000 cu. ft. gondola.

Why? Because sometimes you spot a specific car trackside, take a photo, and suddenly that becomes the one you need on your layout. And let’s be honest- who hasn’t wanted to model a car number they’ve actually seen in the wild?

BC Rail (BCNE/BCOL)
BC Rail (BCNE/CN)
Canadian National (CN)
Canadian National (CN, ex Ontario Hydro)
Sultran (2and 3 lines Of Capy Text)

This release gives you the flexibility to apply your own numbers and recreate your favorite prototype.

See the HO Scale Listing: https://tinyurl.com/44xyb7yx
See the N Scale Listing: https://tinyurl.com/vcwkh86v
Or call us at 1 866 840 7777

06/02/2026

A look behind the scenes.

These photos were taken during assembly of the N Scale MIL Grain Hopper at the factory in China. While it's easy to focus on the finished model, a tremendous amount of work goes into every production run before a car is ready for shipment later this month.

From assembling components to applying details and final inspection, each model passes through multiple stages before making its way to our warehouse and ultimately onto your layout

It's always exciting to see a project move from drawings and samples to full production. We're looking forward to sharing more updates as these cars continue their journey toward delivery.

06/01/2026

The Battle River Railway (ALBX) traces its roots to a farmer-led effort to preserve rail service in central Alberta. Formed in 2010 after purchasing former CN trackage, the railway became a modern prairie shortline while continuing to serve grain producers across the region.

Our upcoming HS cylindrical grain hoppers feature Battle River Railway lettering, still wearing the previous owner paint scheme (ex-Government of Alberta, blue with yellow lettering) and continue the tradition of one of Canada’s most recognizable freight car designs.
Learn more:
HO Scale: https://pwrs.ca/view_product.php?ProductID=374497
N Scale: https://pwrs.ca/view_product.php?ProductID=374548

05/31/2026

Prairie grain service has created some of the most recognizable cylindrical hopper fleets in Canada
Battle River Railway, Mobil Grain, and Great Western Railway continue to operate these classic Canadian hoppers across the Prairies, keeping grain moving on former CN and CP branch lines throughout Alberta and Saskatchewan.
North American Railcar Corporation’s upcoming 4550 cu. ft. cylindrical grain hoppers feature multiple prototype-specific variations, etched metal details, and accurate configurations developed directly from the prototype cars.
All cars can be seen on CN and CP lines
Arriving December 2026- Preorders yours today!Learn more:
HO Scale: https://pwrs.ca/announcements/view.php?ID=23180
N Scale: https://pwrs.ca/announcements/view.php?ID=23181

05/30/2026

Product Spotlight: 5077 cubic-foot single door box cars Lot 9831 Version 1: BN Classic

Lot 9831 was Pullman’s third order for their 5077 cubic-foot single door box cars, built at the Bessemer, Alabama plant 8=11/75. 1500 cars were built for American Rail Box Car Company for general service and placed into series RBOX 15000-16499. In 1983, 676 cars from RBOX 15000-15675 were transferred to SOUTHERN ownership and put into the SOUTHERN 15000-15675 series, with only the reporting marks changed. 386 cars (RBOX 15676-16061) were transferred to ATSF 51336-51712, 218 cars (RBOX 16062-16279) to C&O 400305-400522 and 220 car (RBOX 16280-16499) to BN 249249-249460.

Single Car: https://pwrs.ca/view_product.php?ProductID=253938
3 Pack: https://pwrs.ca/view_product.php?ProductID=253642