The Athearn RND97987 HO Scale 50-Foot FMC 5283 DD Boxcar, Southern Pacific/Plain #244466 is a great addition to your model train collection. This boxcar comes with several amazing features. It has a separately applied brake wheel, positionable sliding double doors, and body-mounted McHenry® operating scale knuckle couplers. The car is painted and printed realistically, and it has precision machined metal wheels. Its highly-detailed, injection molded body is weighted for optimum performance. The wheels with RP25 contours can operate on all popular brands of track, and it has a minimum radius of 18 inches. In the mid-1970s, the incentive per diem box car boom started, and FMC was a major builder of these cars. The 50’ outside post, non-terminating end box car was the base for new per diem cars in the 1970s. These models can still be seen in modern railroading. Specifications include McHenry Scale Knuckle couplers, a minimum age recommendation of 14 years, and no assembly required.

Using this Athearn boxcar is easy. Just place it on your model train track. The wheels are designed to work on all popular brands of track, so you don't have to worry about compatibility. When handling the boxcar, be gentle with the positionable sliding double doors and the separately applied brake wheel. They are delicate parts. To keep your boxcar in good condition, store it in a dry place away from direct sunlight. If it gets dirty, you can use a soft, dry cloth to gently wipe it clean. Since it's recommended for ages 14 and up, make sure younger kids are supervised when playing with it.