Athearn RND40231 HO Scale 50-Foot Overhead Plug Door Boxcar, Reading Railroad (RDG) #17202
Detailed Information
Model Features:
- 70-ton Roller Bearing trucks with 33-inch wheels for smooth movement
- Separately attached brake wheel for added realism
- Body-mounted McHenry® operating scale knuckle couplers for easy connection
- Fully assembled and ready to roll right out of the box
- Precision-machined metal wheels for durability
- Highly detailed, injection-molded body for a realistic look
- Beautifully painted and printed for a lifelike decoration
- Weighted for excellent performance on the track
- Wheels with RP25 contours work on all popular track brands
- Minimum radius of 18 inches for flexible layout
Prototype History:
Railroad boxcars are iconic symbols of the railway industry. In the early days, freight was carried on simple flatcars or gondolas. In 1833, the Mohawk & Hudson Railroad in Upstate New York, which later became part of the New York Central, came up with the idea of covering gondolas due to winter snow. Over the years, boxcars evolved, changing from basic wood construction to steel outside-bracing while keeping the 40-foot standard set by the American Association of Railroads (AAR). What makes boxcars so great is their versatility - they can haul almost anything!
Specifications
Using your Athearn RND40231 HO Scale 50-Foot Overhead Plug Door Boxcar is a breeze. Since it's fully assembled, you can place it right on your track and start running it. Connect it to other cars using the McHenry scale knuckle couplers easily. When it comes to the layout, remember the minimum radius of 18 inches. For maintenance, keep it clean. You can use a soft brush to remove dust from the body and wheels. Store it in a dry place to prevent any rust or damage. And as it's recommended for ages 14 and up, make sure younger kids handle it under adult supervision.
