HO ACF 2970 Covered Hopper BSMX #9 (ATH-1693)

The HO ACF 2970 Covered Hopper, BSMX #9, is an intricately designed model that captures the essence of the real cars used in freight services. This 2-bay covered hopper is built to handle bulk commodities like cement and sand, making it a perfect addition to any railroad modeler’s collection. The design reflects the innovations of the 1950s, particularly the Centerflow design introduced by American Car and Foundry, which optimizes structural strength while facilitating ease of gravity unloading.

This model features photo-etched metal roof walks, detailed outlets, and comes equipped with either round or trough hatches. Additionally, the separately applied brake gear—complete with a brake wheel, brake cylinder, valve, and air reservoir—adds a realistic touch, along with the body-mounted McHenry operating scale knuckle couplers. Factory applied wire grab irons and stirrup steps enhance the model's authenticity, supported by precision machined metal wheels with RP25 contours for improved performance.

Primed for grime models provide a unique finish that mimics the appearance of in-service railcars with faded base colors, offering a perfect foundation for modelers looking to add rust and grime details. This HO scale model also features screw-mounted trucks and is weighted for optimal performance, with a minimum radius of 18 inches, ideal for rail applications.