Athearn HO Scale 50' OB Plug Door Boxcar, RDG - Reading #17239
Detailed Information
MODEL FEATURES:
- 70 - ton trucks with 33” wheels and roller bearings
- Brake wheel attached separately
- McHenry® operating scale knuckle couplers on the body
- Fully assembled and ready to roll right out of the box
- Precision - made metal wheels
- Highly detailed, injection - molded body for a great look
- Realistic decoration with paint and printing
- Weighted for top - notch performance
- RP25 - contoured wheels work on all well - known track brands
- Minimum radius of 18”
PROTOTYPE HISTORY:
Railroad boxcars are some of the most recognizable symbols in the 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, had the smart idea of covering gondolas due to winter snow. Over the years, boxcars improved, like switching from wood to steel - braced construction in the standard 40 - foot size set by the AAR. Boxcars are great because they can haul almost anything, and railroads love their versatility for efficiency.
Specifications
This Athearn HO scale 50' OB plug door boxcar is a great addition to your model railroad. Since it's fully assembled, you can just take it out of the box and place it on the track. Make sure your track has a minimum radius of 18” as the boxcar won't work well on tighter curves. It's recommended for those 14 years and older, so younger users should have adult supervision. When using it, handle it gently to avoid damaging the separately applied brake wheel or the McHenry® couplers. For maintenance, keep it clean. You can use a soft, dry cloth to wipe away dust. Store it in a cool, dry place to prevent any damage to the painted and printed details. With precision - machined metal wheels, it runs smoothly on most popular track brands, giving you a great model railroad experience.
