Relive the golden era of model railroading with our Scale Trains Classic HO Scale 40’ 70-Ton 4-Bay Open Hopper Kit. This easy - to - build kit only requires a Phillips screwdriver, glue, and just a few minutes for assembly. It's a perfect choice for sharing the timeless tradition of model railroading with the next generation. Product Details: - Prototype Specific ScaleTrains - All - new roadname and multiple road numbers - Features finely cast stirrup steps, end ladders, grab irons, underbody and brake system - Molded interior with rivets and side wall bracing - Separately applied handbrake wheel - One - piece detailed Bettendorf trucks - 33” Machined metal wheels with accurately profiled .110” wide wheel tread - Plastic semi - scale Type E knuckle couplers, Kadee compatible - Body mounted coupler box can accept Kadee whisker couplers - Weighted to Industry standards - Operates on Code 70, 83 and 100 rail - The packaging safely stores the assembled model - Minimum radius of 18” In 1926, the Car Construction Committee of the American Railroad Association (ARA) designed this 70 - Ton self - clearing hopper car. It used many standards and shared features with the 50 - Ton car. Over ten thousand cars were built for 7 different railroads between 1926 and 1930, and many lasted into the 1960s with some going to second - hand owners. (Picture may show a different road number).

Using this Scale Trains model kit is a breeze. First, gather a Phillips screwdriver and some glue. You'll then need about a few minutes to put the 40 - foot 70 - ton 4 - bay open hopper together. It's a great activity to do with younger model railroaders. When operating the hopper on your model railroad, make sure the track has a minimum radius of 18 inches and is Code 70, 83, or 100 rail. For maintenance, keep the 33 - inch machined metal wheels clean. You can use a soft, dry cloth to wipe off any dust. Check the plastic semi - scale Type E knuckle couplers regularly to ensure they're working properly and are still Kadee compatible. When not in use, store the assembled model in the provided packaging to keep it safe. And remember, the picture might show a different road number, so don't be alarmed if your hopper looks a bit different from the image.