The ATLAS 20006922 is a 70-ton open hopper model train in HO scale, representing the Chicago & Eastern Illinois (C&EI) #86538. It comes in a classic boxcar red and white color. Note that the picture might show a different road number. This well - known 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 acidic coal interacted corrosively with the car's joints, leading to costly 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 HO scale open hopper model train is easy. First, you can place it on your model train track. The AccuMate® Knuckle Couplers make it simple to connect with other train cars. You can also add or remove the coal load as you like to change the look of your train. When handling the train, be gentle to avoid damaging the delicate details. For maintenance, keep it in a dry place to prevent rusting. If it gets dirty, you can use a soft, dry cloth to wipe it clean. Don't use harsh chemicals as they might damage the paint and lettering. And remember, the wheels need to roll freely, so make sure there's no debris stuck around them.