Explore the ScaleTrains SXT32112 N Scale Carbon Black Covered Hopper, specifically the Sid Richardson/SRCX #912 model. The picture might show a different road number. This train car comes in various road numbers with unique features. The Series SRCX 900 - 919 was built in 11/77. Road numbers 905, 907, 914, and 917 are from the 1977 - 1980s era, with Sid Richardson billboard lettering, 28 round roof loading hatches, and paint that matches Tru - Color Paint color TCP - 010 Black. Road numbers 903, 912, and 919 have a 1970s carbody with 10 column - style posts per side and a unique “stepped” roofline, representing the 1980s to present era. They feature distressed Sid Richardson billboard lettering, 28 round roof loading hatches, and paint matching Tru - Color Paint color TCP - 171 Weathered Black. There are 4 different road numbers available. It has separate granuflator plumbing, 22 or 28 roof hatches, photo - etched stainless - steel running boards and end platforms, separately - applied ladders, finely - detailed underbody brake detail, body - mounted semi - scale Type E knuckle couplers, ASF Gould - cast 70 - ton Ride Control Trucks with 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, comes with multiple road numbers, factory - applied metal grab irons, coupler cut levers, and trainline hoses. It has intricate brake plumbing, legible printing and lettering even under magnification, is weighted to industry standards for reliable operation, operates on Code 55 and 70 rail, and comes in clear jewel box packaging. The color is matched to existing Tru - Color Paint colors whenever possible. Carbon black, a byproduct of the petrochemical refining industry, is used in various industries like automotive, inks, paints, and plastics. Covered hoppers are used to haul it, and these unique freight cars are found in North America, near producers or users, or in mixed freight trains. In 1992, Thrall introduced a different carbon black covered hopper design. Reference: Carbon Black Cars: Freight Cars Journal Monograph #15 by Eric A. Neubauer, ISSN 0884 - 027X, 2030.

Using this ScaleTrains N Scale covered hopper is easy. Just place it on your Code 55 or 70 rail track. Make sure to use a track with at least a 9 ¾” radius, but an 11” radius is recommended for smoother operation. The car is fully assembled, so you don't have to worry about putting it together. When handling it, be gentle with the delicate parts like the photo - etched running boards and separately - applied ladders. Keep it away from sharp objects that could damage the details. For maintenance, you can use a soft, dry cloth to dust it regularly. If there are stubborn dirt spots, a very mild soap and water solution can be used, but make sure to dry it thoroughly. Store it in the clear jewel box packaging when not in use to protect it from dust and scratches.