HO 40' 4-Bay Offset Hopper with Load Plastic Model (ATH-1573)

The HO ATH 40' 4-Bay Offset Hopper is a finely detailed model train car, expertly designed to enhance any model railroad collection. This piece features a removable load, allowing for versatility during display or operation. It is equipped with McHenry operating scale knuckle couplers, which ensure reliable connections with other rolling stock.

This hopper car boasts factory applied wire grab irons, stirrup steps, end braces, and a brake platform for an authentic appearance. The precision machined metal wheels come with RP25 contours, providing smooth operation on your layouts. Additionally, the model includes separately applied brake gear, encompassing the brake wheel, housing, air reservoir, brake cylinder, triple valve, and trainline with supports and a roping eye. Comfortably weighted for optimum performance, it will operate seamlessly while maintaining structural integrity.

The minimum radius for this hopper car is 18 inches, making it compatible with many HO scale layouts. Historically, hopper cars like this one have played a crucial role in the automated handling of bulk commodities, including coal, facilitating efficient transportation across rail networks around the globe.