The Athearn ATH72839 HO scale model is a highly detailed 60-foot ICC high-cube boxcar representing the Louisville & Nashville Railroad #410269. This modern 100-ton boxcar is a common sight in modern rail scenes, designed to carry various loads like auto parts and forest products. The model accurately depicts an ICC-built boxcar, with many similar paint schemes available. It features separately applied wire grab irons, etched end platforms, body-mounted McHenry® operating scale knuckle couplers, a detailed underbody with full brake gear, precision machined metal wheels with RP25 contours, and is weighted for optimal performance. It's fully assembled and ready to run, with a highly-detailed injection molded body and a minimum radius of 22 inches. The Legendary Liveries offer unique and fun paint schemes, perfect for collectors and proto-freelancers.

Using this Athearn boxcar model is easy. Just place it on your HO scale railway track, and it's ready to roll as it's fully assembled. When handling, be gentle with the separately applied wire grab irons and etched end platforms to avoid damage. Keep the model away from extreme temperatures and humidity as these can affect the paint and the metal parts. For maintenance, you can use a soft, dry cloth to clean the body. If there's dirt on the wheels, use a mild cleaner and a small brush to carefully clean them. Make sure to check the couplers regularly to ensure they're operating smoothly. Enjoy adding this great model to your railway collection!