Athearn ATH7623 HO Scale 40' Superior Door Boxcar - Rutland #277
Detailed Information
MODEL FEATURES:
- One Superior-style single door
- Roof walk and brake wheel applied separately
- McHenry operating scale knuckle couplers mounted on the body
- Minimum radius of 18 inches
PROTOTYPE AND BACKGROUND INFO:
In the post-World War II era, the 40-foot boxcar with 6-foot side door openings was everywhere. These cars traveled across the country, carrying all sorts of goods like eastern merchandise, northwestern lumber, furniture, paper, auto parts, and grain. Shippers used these 40-foot boxcars for freight that couldn't fit in tank, hopper, or gondola cars.
Specifications
This Athearn ATH7623 HO Scale 40' Superior Door Boxcar - Rutland #277 is ready to go right out of the box as no assembly is required. It's suitable for those 14 years and up. When using it, just connect it to your train set using the McHenry operating scale knuckle couplers. The minimum radius for it to run smoothly is 18 inches, so make sure your track layout meets this requirement. As for maintenance, keep it clean from dust and debris. You can gently wipe it with a soft cloth. Avoid rough handling as the separately applied roof walk and brake wheel are delicate. Have fun with your new boxcar and enjoy creating your own railroad adventures!
