N PS 4427 Covered Hopper (ATH27418)

PS-4427 Covered Hopper is a detailed model of the Pullman-Standard 4427-cubic-foot bulk hopper introduced in 1964 to move grain and other bulk commodities across North American rails. Offered in two catalog variations, this ready-to-run model adds an authentic silhouette and a touch of railroading history to a layout.

Key features include body-mounted McHenry knuckle spring couplers for reliable hook-up, screw-mounted trucks and roller-bearing trucks for smooth operation and accurate tracking, and 36-inch machined metal wheels with RP25 contours. The model runs on Code 55 and 80 rail, is weighted for steady performance, and arrives fully assembled and ready to run. It is packaged in a jewel box for display and storage, and finished with razor-sharp painting and printing. The minimum turning radius is 9 3/4 inches, allowing operation on modest curves. In prototype service, PS-2 era covered hoppers like the 4427 carried bulk commodities such as grain for decades, a heritage reflected in this model's faithful detailing.