On some heavy duty flat cars- most noticeably on the ends of the ones on which the Athearn BB 250 ton crane is located, there are rectangular coupler collar “surrounds” that appear to protect the coupler pocket. Does anyone know if a commercial HO part exists for this item?
Cedarwoodron
I suspect that helps with the infamous Athearn coupler droop as much as anything. probably no exact part for that car, but PSC offers a few items that may work.
http://www.walthers.com/exec/search?quick=585-31181&x=9&y=11
http://www.walthers.com/exec/search?quick=585-31180&x=9&y=11
This one looks like it might work best for your needs, but no online pic at Walthers or PSC. The full description from my printed catalog says “Pullman pass. car end draft sill w/coupler carrier bar, fits Kadee, pkg of 2.” It looks like it might work fro the printed acatlog pic, but is special order only. You might call PSC to check on availability.
http://www.walthers.com/exec/search?quick=585-33234&x=9&y=11