The Roundhouse RND1196 ACF 5250 Covered Hopper ACFX - Kodak #54034 is a high - quality HO scale model. It comes with round or trough hatches. The model is painted and printed realistically with multiple road numbers, making it a great addition to any collection. It's fully - assembled and ready to run right out of the box. The highly - detailed, injection - molded body gives it an authentic look. It has a separate brake wheel and is weighted for smooth operation. The machined metal wheels with RP25 contours ensure good performance. It's equipped with body - mounted McHenry operating scale knuckle couplers. The minimum radius for operation is 18 inches. The coupler style is McHenry Scale Knuckle, recommended for users aged 14 and above, and no assembly is required.

Using this Roundhouse RND1196 ACF 5250 Covered Hopper ACFX model is easy. Since it's fully - assembled, you can just take it out of the box and start running it on your track with a minimum radius of 18 inches. When handling the model, be gentle as it has detailed parts like the separate brake wheel. Avoid dropping or rough handling to prevent any damage. For maintenance, keep it clean. You can use a soft, dry cloth to wipe off dust. If there are any stubborn stains, use a mild cleaner, but make sure to dry it thoroughly. Also, check the wheels regularly to ensure they're rotating smoothly. And always store it in a safe place where it won't get bumped or knocked around.