Would anyone be interested in the "Photography Game" here?

[Charlie B]

Having used said X29 box car for storage on the railroad for 10 plus years I can verify the stirrup steps serve no useful purpose in that application. If you had to get in for something you used a ladder so There has to be another reason for the stirrup. Most X29s I have seen used for storage had a small platform or steps that could be thrown in the car when it was moved.
Charlie