Athearn ATH7622 HO Scale 40' Superior Door Boxcar - Rutland #188

Detailed Information

MODEL FEATURES:

• One single Superior-style door for easy access
• Roof walk and brake wheel are separately added for more realism
• Body-mounted McHenry operating scale knuckle couplers for smooth operation
• Can run on tracks with a minimum radius of 18 inches

PROTOTYPE AND BACKGROUND INFO:

Back in the post-World War II era, 40-foot boxcars with 6-foot side doors were everywhere. They were used for general service, carrying all kinds of goods like eastern merchandise, northwestern lumber, furniture, paper, auto parts, and grain. If the freight couldn't fit in tank, hopper, or gondola cars, shippers put it in these 40-foot boxcars.

Specifications

This Athearn ATH7622 HO Scale 40' Superior Door Boxcar is a great addition to your model train collection. It comes fully assembled, so you can start using it right away. To use it, simply connect it to your train tracks with the McHenry operating scale knuckle couplers. It can run on tracks with a minimum radius of 18 inches. As for maintenance, keep it clean and free from dust. You can use a soft brush to gently clean the body. Since it's recommended for ages 14 and up, make sure younger kids use it under adult supervision. This boxcar is a great way to bring the post-World War II era to life in your model train setup.