The Atlas 20006555 PS-2 Covered Hopper in HO scale represents Central of Georgia #1000, painted in gray and black. Note that the picture might show a different road number. Covered hoppers are a modern addition to the car family. Until the 1980s, the AAR classified them as “special” cars, and then they got their own car type code. These early designs were made for more efficient cement loading and unloading, replacing the old method of bagging cement and using box cars. Pullman-Standard started building this two - bay covered hopper design in the late 1940s, with production lasting into the 1950s. It has eight round roof hatches for fast loading and two large gravity gates for quick discharge, with a capacity of 2,003 cubic feet. Features include 50 - ton friction bearing or 70 - ton roller bearing trucks (depending on the road name), detailed brake gear, Accumate® couplers, and prototypical painting and printing.

Using this Atlas HO scale PS - 2 covered hopper is easy. You can connect it to other train cars using the Accumate® couplers. When loading, use the eight round roof hatches to quickly fill the hopper with your chosen cargo. For unloading, rely on the two large gravity gates to discharge the commodity fast. Here are some things to note. Avoid using excessive force when coupling or uncoupling the cars to prevent damage to the couplers. Keep the car away from extreme temperatures and humidity, as this can affect the paint and the moving parts. For maintenance, regularly clean the trucks and the brake gear to ensure smooth operation. You can use a soft, dry cloth to wipe off dust and debris. Check the couplers from time to time to make sure they are in good condition.