The Atlas 20007145 CNCF 5000 Boxcar, in HO scale, represents MCSA Moscow, Camden & San Augustine #7025 in light orange and white. Note that the picture might show a different road number. In the late 1970s, nearly 1,500 Mexican - built CNCF 5000 Boxcars were bought by U.S. railroads during the 'IPD' incentive per diem boxcar boom. This was the high - point of U.S. modern freight car production, with many U.S. railroads choosing the 70 - ton 50 - foot boxcar from Mexican builder CNCF. Thousands more were built for Mexico's national railways in the 1980s. These 5000 cubic - foot boxcars are still in use across the rails of the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. The CNCF 5000 has distinct features like triangular supports above the door post, wrapped end sheets, and sharp notches in the sill near the stirrups. It's a must - have for model railroading enthusiasts from the late 1970s to the present. Features include being ready - to - run, 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 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 20007145 CNCF 5000 Boxcar is easy! It's ready - to - run, so you can place it on your model railroad track right away. Just connect it to other cars using the metal couplers. When handling the boxcar, be gentle with the separately applied wire grabs and detailed end ladders as they are delicate. For maintenance, use a soft, dry cloth to clean the body and wheels regularly. Avoid using harsh chemicals as they may damage the accurate painting and printing. If you notice any loose parts, handle them carefully and consider using a small amount of glue suitable for model trains to secure them. Store your boxcar in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent any color fading or warping of the plastic parts. Enjoy adding this iconic boxcar to your model railroad collection!