HO ACF 2970 Covered Hopper CSXT #220653 (ATH81054)

HO scale CSXT ACF 2970 Covered Hopper road number 220653 is a faithful model of a classic two-bay Centerflow hopper designed to haul dense bulk loads such as cement and sand. The rounded Centerflow body provides structural strength while keeping weight down and makes gravity unloading easier, with a capacity of 2,970 cubic feet. This prototype dates to the 1950s and 1960s and adds authentic mid‑century detail to an HO layout.

The model is richly detailed for operation and display: round or trough hatches, a photo-etched roof walk, and separately applied wire grab irons, stirrup steps and brake wheel, plus precise outlets and a complete brake system with a separate cylinder, valve and air reservoir and wire brake plumbing. It rides on screw-mounted express trucks with machined RP25 wheels for smooth running and is weighted for stable operation. Body-mounted McHenry scale knuckle couplers keep coupling moments realistic, while the injection-molded body is painted and printed for lifelike decoration. A minimum 18-inch radius ensures reliable performance on typical HO layouts.