The Athearn ATH26732 is a remarkable HO scale model of the 50' FMC Combo Door Box Railbox ABOX Late #50078. This model offers top - notch features for an amazing model railroading experience. It comes with separately applied wire grab irons and etched end platforms, adding great detail. The model is weighted for optimal performance and has a minimum radius of 18 inches, making it suitable for various layouts. It's equipped with body - mounted, McHenry® operating scale knuckle couplers for easy connection. Fully assembled, it's ready to be placed on your layout right away. The machined metal wheels with RP25 contours can operate on all popular brands of track. It's accurately painted and printed to bring prototypical realism, and its highly detailed, injection - molded body is a sight to behold. The Primed for Grime models feature a duplicated look and feel of 'In Service' equipment, with faded base colors matching the prototype, providing a perfect starting point for adding grime and rust. In the mid - 1970s, the FMC was a major builder of per diem box cars. The 50' outside post, non - terminating end box car was the base for new per diem cars in that era. These cars, with various door configurations, are still seen in modern railroading. Product Specs: Scale HO, Reporting Mark ABOX, Sub Brand ATHEARN, Coupler Style McHenry Scale Knuckle, Era 2010 - Present Day.

Using this Athearn ATH26732 model is a breeze. Since it's fully assembled, you can directly place it on your HO scale model railroad track. Just make sure the track meets the 18 - inch minimum radius requirement. When connecting it to other cars, use the McHenry® operating scale knuckle couplers carefully. As for maintenance, keep it in a clean and dry place to prevent rust and damage. If you want to add grime and rust for a more realistic look, start with the faded base colors provided by the Primed for Grime feature. Use appropriate model paints and techniques. Be gentle when handling the separately applied wire grab irons and etched end platforms to avoid breakage. And always check the machined metal wheels for smooth operation on the track.