The Rapido 169012A AutoFlood III Coal Hopper in HO Scale, specifically for GGPX - GATX #1734, is a must - have for model train enthusiasts. The picture might show a different road number. The AutoFlood III rapid discharge hopper car is ideal for transporting coal across the country by rail. Since 2004, thousands of the all - aluminum body prototypes have been produced and have traveled all over North America. With large amounts of coal mined and hauled each year, you'll often see these cars in modern coal trains. This 4200 - cubic - foot exterior post prototype can quickly unload its payload via bottom bay doors in seconds. It can also be equipped with a rotary coupler for different unloading methods. The Rapido Trains HO scale version has many great features. It has a die - cast frame and floor for the right weight, full interior details, super - detailed end cages, Barber S - 2 100 - ton trucks with metal wheels, highly - detailed outlet gates in hopper bays, etched see - through end cross - over platforms, full end details including uncoupling levers, factory - installed grab irons, accurate paint and lettering, a removable coal load, and multiple road numbers for each scheme.

Using your Rapido HO Scale AutoFlood III Coal Hopper is easy. Just place it on your model train track and couple it to the rest of the train. The removable coal load can be taken out and put back in as you like. When it comes to unloading, remember that the car can quickly unload through the bottom bay doors. If it has a rotary coupler, the unloading method depends on the infrastructure at the destination. As for maintenance, keep it clean. You can use a soft brush to remove dust from the details, like the end cages and the outlet gates. Avoid dropping the car or applying too much force, as it has delicate parts such as the grab irons. Check the wheels regularly to make sure they rotate smoothly. If any part gets loose or damaged, handle it carefully and consider getting it repaired or replaced by a professional.