Athearn ATH7611 HO Scale 40' Superior Door Boxcar - Great Northern #2539

Detailed Information

MODEL FEATURES:

• One single Superior-style door for an authentic look
• Roof walk and brake wheel applied separately for added detail
• McHenry operating scale knuckle couplers mounted on the body
• Can run on a minimum radius of 18 inches

PROTOTYPE AND BACKGROUND INFO:

In the post-World War II era, the 40-foot boxcar with 6-foot side doors was everywhere. It hauled all kinds of goods like eastern merchandise, northwestern lumber, furniture, paper, auto parts, and grain. Shippers used it when other cars like tanks, hoppers, or gondolas wouldn't work.

Specifications

Using this Athearn ATH7611 HO Scale boxcar is easy. Since no assembly is required, you can directly place it on your model railway track with a minimum radius of 18 inches. The body - mounted McHenry operating scale knuckle couplers make it simple to connect with other cars. Just align the couplers and they'll link up nicely. As for the recommended age of 14 years, it's important to keep in mind that younger children might not handle it as carefully. To maintain this boxcar, you can use a soft, dry cloth to gently clean the body, wheels, and other parts. Avoid using any harsh chemicals as they could damage the paint or the components. Store it in a dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent any fading or warping. That way, your boxcar will stay in great shape for a long time and keep running smoothly on your model railway.