The Atlas 20007134 HO Scale A&W Atlantic & Western #1017 CNCF 5000 Boxcar is a must - have for model railroaders. In the late 1970s, U.S. railroads ordered nearly 1,500 Mexican - built CNCF 5000 Boxcars during the 'IPD' boxcar boom. In the 1980s, thousands more were built for Mexico's national railways. These 5000 - cubic - foot boxcars are still in use in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico today. The CNCF 5000 has unique features like triangular supports above the door post. This ready - to - run boxcar comes with full under - body detail, separately applied wire grabs, detailed end ladders, accurate painting, blackened metal wheels, and metal couplers. It also has multiple variations including 2 body styles, 2 end slide styles, and 5 door styles. Note that the picture may show a different road number.

Using this Atlas CNCF 5000 boxcar is a breeze as it's ready - to - run right out of the box. Just place it on your model railroad track and let it roll. When handling the boxcar, be gentle with the separately applied wire grabs and detailed end ladders as they're delicate. To keep it in top shape, regularly clean the blackened metal wheels with a soft, dry cloth to prevent dust build - up. Also, check the metal couplers occasionally to make sure they're in good working condition. Avoid exposing the boxcar to extreme temperatures or humidity as this could damage the accurate painting and printing. Have fun adding this iconic boxcar to your model railroad collection!