The ATLAS 20006927 70 Ton Open Hopper RDG - Reading #59077 in HO scale is a great addition to your collection. The picture might show a different road number. This well - known hopper was an industry standard on numerous railroads since the 1930s. It was recommended by the AAR but lost popularity by the mid - 1950s. Compared to cars with flat sides, it offers more capacity. However, the original open hoppers had a problem with acidic coal corroding the car's joints, which led 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. AccuMate® couplers are made under license from AccuRail, Inc.

Using this ATLAS open hopper is easy. You can place it on your HO - scale railroad track just like any other car. When adding the removable coal load, simply pour it into the hopper. Be careful when handling the car as the AccuMate® Knuckle Couplers are delicate. To maintain your open hopper, keep it clean. You can use a soft brush to remove dust from the body, underframe, and wheels. Avoid using harsh chemicals as they might damage the paint and lettering. Store the car in a dry place to prevent rusting of the metal parts like the free - rolling wheels. If you notice any loose parts, you can use a small amount of glue to fix them, but make sure not to get glue on the moving parts.