HO 50/ FMC 5077 Double Door Box Car C&O #486220 (ATH15876)

HO-scale FMC 50-foot double-door box car in Chesapeake & Ohio markings (road number 486220) captures a classic mid-1970s freight look on an HO layout. It features separately applied grab irons, end ladders, and a brake wheel, plus a photo-etched cross-over platform and 33-inch machined metal wheels with RP25 contours. A weighted chassis and body-mounted McHenry operating scale knuckles provide smooth, prototype-like operation, while the injection-molded body is painted and printed for realistic decoration. Designed for HO layouts, it negotiates an 18-inch minimum radius for reliable performance on tight curves.

These FMC cars were built in the mid-1970s for per diem service as 50-foot outside-post, double-door box cars with varied door configurations to suit different customers. The model reproduces that era’s distinctive detailing and finish, a familiar sight on today’s rails. Perfect for yard and mainline scenes, it combines authentic styling with dependable running on standard HO layouts, making it a practical addition to a realistic freight roster.