Athearn HO Scale 50' FMC Combo Door Box Car, ABOX #51952

Detailed Information

Model Features:

• Realistic wire grab irons and etched end platforms added separately
• Weighted for great performance
• Minimum radius of 18 inches
• Body-mounted McHenry® operating scale knuckle couplers
• Fully assembled and ready for your layout right away
• Machined metal wheels with RP25 contours work on all popular track brands
• Accurately painted and printed for a real - looking model
• Highly detailed injection - molded body

Primed for Grime Models Feature

• Looks and feels like 'In Service' equipment
• Faded base colors match the real thing
• A perfect start for adding grime and rust effects

Prototype and Background Info:

In the mid - 1970s, the per diem box car boom started. New, bright box cars appeared quickly, many lettered for short lines. FMC built a lot of these cars. The 50’ outside post, non - terminating end box car was the base for new per diem cars in the 1970s. These 50’ FMC cars had different door styles for different customers. You can still see them in modern railroading.

Product Specs

This Athearn HO scale 50' FMC combo door box car is a great addition to your layout. It comes fully assembled, so you can start using it right away. Just place it on your track with a minimum radius of 18 inches, and the machined metal wheels with RP25 contours will operate smoothly on most popular track brands. The body - mounted McHenry® operating scale knuckle couplers make it easy to connect to other cars. For those who like to customize, the primed for grime models have a faded look similar to real 'In Service' equipment, giving you a perfect starting point to add grime and rust effects. When handling the car, be gentle with the separately applied wire grab irons and etched end platforms to avoid damage. To keep it in good condition, store it in a dry place away from direct sunlight. If it gets dirty, you can use a soft, dry cloth to clean it.