The ATLAS 20006913 HO Scale 70 Ton Open Hopper B&O Baltimore & Ohio #11137 in black, yellow, and white is a classic model. Note that the picture might show a different road number. This hopper was an industry standard on many railroads since the 1930s. Adopted by the AAR as a recommended design, it lost popularity by the mid - 1950s. It offered greater capacity than cars with flat sides, but the original open hoppers had issues with acidic coal causing corrosion at the car's joints, leading to expensive rebuilding. Key features include true scale dimensions with accurate details, weighted and detailed underframes, AccuMate® Knuckle Couplers, trucks with free - rolling metal wheels, accurate painting and lettering, and a removable coal load. The AccuMate® couplers are licensed from AccuRail, Inc.

Using this ATLAS 20006913 HO Scale open hopper is easy. You can simply place it on your model railroad tracks. The AccuMate® Knuckle Couplers make it easy to connect with other cars. If you want to change the look, you can remove the coal load. When handling, be gentle to avoid damaging the detailed parts like the underframe and the wheels. To keep it in good condition, clean it regularly with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid getting it wet as it may damage the paint and lettering. Store it in a cool, dry place when not in use.