The Atlas 20007139 HO Scale CNCF 5000 Boxcar is a must - have for model railroaders. It's from C&G Columbus & Greenville, numbered #21514, and comes in navy blue, white, and green. Note that the picture might show a different road number. In the late 1970s, U.S. railroads ordered nearly 1,500 Mexican - built CNCF 5000 Boxcars during the 'IPD' incentive per diem boxcar boom. The 1970s was the peak of U.S. modern freight car production, and multiple U.S. railroads bought these 70 - ton 50 - foot boxcars from the Mexican builder CNCF. In the 1980s, thousands more were built for Mexico's national railways. 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 boxcar offers full under - body detail with 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, including 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 with pick lever, Modified Youngstown, Superior, and ICG shop Door).

Using this Atlas HO scale CNCF 5000 boxcar is easy. Just place it on your model train track and it's ready to roll. When handling, be gentle to avoid any damage to the delicate parts like the wire grabs and detailed ladders. Store it in a dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent the paint from fading. If it gets dirty, you can use a soft, dry cloth to gently wipe it clean. Avoid using any harsh chemicals as they may damage the accurate painting and printing. Check the metal wheels and couplers regularly for any signs of wear and tear. If you notice any issues, you might need to replace these parts to keep your boxcar running smoothly on the track.