HO GATC 2600 Airslide Hopper PRR GACX #44153 (ATHG87499)

HO Scale GATC 2,600 Airslide Hopper, a faithful reproduction of the mid-century bulk-carrier designed for fluidized discharge of dry bulk commodities. The Airslide concept uses two narrow, steep-sided bays with an air-permeable bottom and an air system to fluidize the load, helping material flow smoothly to the outlets. The model captures the car's distinctive silhouette and offers three body styles, with options for rectangular or oval shaker brackets and gravity or gravity-pneumatic outlets for authentic variations on the prototype.

Details include a highly detailed injection-molded body, underbody piping, and a see-through metal roof walk, plus factory-installed wire grab irons and brake piping. It features separately applied round roof hatches and a brake wheel, with either roller bearing or Bettendorf trucks, machined RP25 wheels, and a weighted chassis for reliable operation. Body-mounted McHenry scale knuckle couplers, accurate paint and printing, and a minimum 18-inch radius requirement make this HO model a realistic addition to yards, sidings, and interchange scenes on modern layouts.