The Atlas 20007130 HO Scale CNCF 5000 Boxcar - AA Ann Arbor #5055 is a must - have for model railroad enthusiasts. In the late 1970s, nearly 1,500 of these Mexican - built boxcars were ordered by U.S. railroads during the 'IPD' incentive per diem boxcar boom. This was the high - point of U.S. modern freight car production, and many U.S. railroads chose to buy these 70 - ton, 50 - foot boxcars from the Mexican builder CNCF. Thousands more were built for Mexico's national railways in the 1980s. These 5000 cubic - foot boxcars still run on the rails of the U.S., Canada, and Mexico today. The CNCF 5000 has unique features like triangular supports above the door post, wrapped end sheets, and sharp notches in the sill near the stirrups. This ready - to - run model comes with full under - body detail including brake rigging, separately applied wire grabs, detailed end ladders and brake gear, accurate painting and printing, blackened metal wheels, and metal couplers. There are multiple variations available, such as 2 body styles (early with bolts and late welded body with 2 side slides), 2 end slide styles (standard 3 - sheet Dreadnaught end and bifurcated 'X' pattern end), and 5 door styles (Youngstown, Youngstown w/pick lever, Modified Youngstown, Superior, and ICG shop Door).

Using your Atlas 20007130 HO Scale CNCF 5000 Boxcar is easy. It's ready - to - run, so you can simply place it on your model train track and watch it go. When handling the boxcar, be gentle with the separately applied wire grabs and detailed end ladders as they can be fragile. For maintenance, use a soft, dry cloth to gently clean the exterior of the boxcar to keep the accurate painting and printing looking great. Periodically check the metal wheels and couplers for any signs of wear or dirt. If you notice any dirt on the wheels, you can use a mild cleaning solution and a small brush to clean them. Store the boxcar in a dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent any damage to the paint or other components. With proper care, your boxcar will be a great addition to your model railroad collection for years to come.