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product_id: 12511537
title: "USA Model Train Products N Scale Union Pacific Water Tender 2-Car Set"
brand: "kato"
price: "$141.74"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 10
category: "Kato"
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/12511537-usa-model-train-products-n-scale-union-pacific-water-tender
store_origin: US
region: United States of America
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# optional light board upgrade compact 9.75" length 2-car prototypical detail USA Model Train Products N Scale Union Pacific Water Tender 2-Car Set

**Brand:** kato
**Price:** $141.74
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚂 Elevate your N scale layout with legendary Union Pacific water tenders!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** USA Model Train Products N Scale Union Pacific Water Tender 2-Car Set by kato
- **How much does it cost?** $141.74 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/12511537-usa-model-train-products-n-scale-union-pacific-water-tender)

## Best For

- kato enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted kato brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Light It Up Your Way:** Upgrade with an optional light board to illuminate marker lights in either direction.
- • **Precision Molded Detail:** Experience unmatched realism with accurate weld lines and unique car variances.
- • **Collector-Approved Quality:** Praised for premium paint, markings, and craftsmanship that elevate your display.
- • **Perfect Scale for N Enthusiasts:** Compact 9.75" length fits seamlessly into your detailed N scale layouts.
- • **Authentic Union Pacific Heritage:** Own a piece of rail history with the iconic 'Joe Jordan' & 'Jim Adams' tenders.

## Overview

The Kato USA N Scale Union Pacific Water Tender 2-Car Set features two uniquely molded, historically accurate tenders 'Joe Jordan' and 'Jim Adams' used for steam locomotive water supply. Measuring 9.75 inches in length, these models showcase precise weld lines and detail variances, with an optional light board upgrade for illuminated marker lights. Highly rated for quality and detail, this set is a must-have for serious model train collectors and enthusiasts.

## Description

UPP 814 and 809, better known as "Joe Jordan" and "Jim Adams" are a pair of unique, re-built Tenders which serve as water carriers for Union Pacific's Steam Locomotives such as the FEF-3 #844. These heavily modified cars have seen service as both Steam and Gas Turbine Electric fuel tenders before finally settling into their current forms as part of UP's steam heritage fleet, where they are a necessary addition to any excursion outing to keep the thirsty steamers moving.

Review: Train water cars - Highly recommend good quality
Review: Kato is unmatched in detail for N scale - While pricey, I am very pleased with this purchase. The detail is beautiful and the paint and marking perfect. I will have these in my display case coupled with my Kato Big Boy Locomotive... j

## Features

- Two uniquely molded cars, with prototypically accurate weld lines and detail variances
- Can be upgraded with an optional light board to illuminate marker lights in either direction (sold separately)
- Item Package Dimension: 9.75" L x 2.5" W x 1.4" H
- Item Package Weight: 0.5 lb

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00QSO5H6Y |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (90) |
| Date First Available | December 9, 2014 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 4.8 ounces |
| Item model number | 106-085 |
| Manufacturer | Kato Trains |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 14 - 15 years |
| Product Dimensions | 7 x 0.75 x 1.38 inches |

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Train water cars
*by C***D on December 6, 2025*

Highly recommend good quality

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Kato is unmatched in detail for N scale
*by L***K on February 24, 2024*

While pricey, I am very pleased with this purchase. The detail is beautiful and the paint and marking perfect. I will have these in my display case coupled with my Kato Big Boy Locomotive... j

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great product
*by R***Y on November 28, 2025*

Very detailed and a great add to the collection

## Frequently Bought Together

- Kato USA Model Train Products N Scale Union Pacific Water Tender 2-Car Set
- Kato USA Inc. N Union Pacific Big Boy Steam Locomotive #4014 KAT1264014 N Locomotives
- Kato USA Model Train Products 1260401 N Scale Union Pacific FEF-3 Steam Locomotive Train 844

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*Product available on Desertcart United States of America*
*Store origin: US*
*Last updated: 2026-04-27*