The ATLAS 20006930 HO Scale 70-Ton Open Hopper VGN - Virginian #4842 in black and white is a great model. 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 had greater capacity than cars with flat sides, but the original open hoppers had a corrosive reaction between acidic coal and the car's joints, leading to expensive rebuilding. 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 made under license from AccuRail, Inc.

Using this ATLAS HO scale open hopper is easy. You can display it on your model railroad layout right out of the box. When handling it, be gentle with the couplers and the removable coal load. To maintain it, use a soft, dry cloth to clean the exterior and remove any dust. If you want to change the coal load, just carefully lift it out. Avoid getting the model wet as it can damage the paint and details. Store it in a cool, dry place to keep it in good condition.