The ScaleTrains SXT32104 5750 Carbon Black Covered Hopper in N Scale is a must - have for model train enthusiasts. This model represents Columbian Chemicals/CCX #833, though the picture might show a different road number. It's from the era of 1977 to mid - 2000s. The Series CCX 820 - 858 was built in 9 - 10/77, with the Columbia Chemicals logo on the car side. It features 22 round roof loading hatches, and the paint matches Tru - Color Paint color TCP - 010 Black. There are four different road numbers available. The 1970s carbody has 10 column - style posts per side and a unique “stepped” roofline. It comes with separate granuflator plumbing, either 22 or 28 roof hatches, photo - etched stainless - steel running boards and end platforms, and separately - applied ladders. The underbody brake detail is finely detailed, and it has body - mounted semi - scale Type E knuckle couplers. The ASF Gould - cast 70 - ton Ride Control Trucks have finely rendered raised foundry data, and 33” machined metal wheels. The minimum radius is 9 ¾” and the recommended radius is 11”. As a Rivet Counter N Scale Freight Car, it's fully assembled, has multiple road numbers, factory - applied metal grab irons, coupler cut levers, and trainline hoses. The brake plumbing is intricate, and the printing and lettering are legible even under magnification. It's weighted to industry standards for reliable operation, operates on Code 55 and 70 rail, and comes in a clear jewel box packaging. Carbon black, a byproduct of the petrochemical refining industry, is used in many industries like automotive, inks, paints, and plastics. Covered hoppers like this one have been used to haul it since the 1920s. In 1992, a new design of carbon black covered hopper was introduced, different from the 5750cf design here.

Using this ScaleTrains N Scale 5750 Carbon Black Covered Hopper is easy. Just place it on your Code 55 or 70 rail track. Make sure the track radius meets the minimum of 9 ¾” or better yet, the recommended 11”. You can run it in a mixed freight train or group it with other similar cars near carbon black producers or users in your model layout. When handling the model, be gentle as the photo - etched stainless - steel running boards and separately - applied ladders are delicate. To maintain it, keep it in the clear jewel box packaging when not in use. You can use a soft, dry cloth to dust it off occasionally. If you notice any loose parts, you can use a small amount of appropriate glue to re - attach them. This model is weighted to industry standards, so avoid over - handling it to prevent the weight from shifting and affecting its operation.