The Athearn ATH72841 HO scale 60-foot ICC high-cube boxcar is a must - have for model railroad fans. It accurately represents a modern 100 - ton boxcar that's commonly seen on today's railroads. These boxcars are versatile, carrying everything from auto parts to forest products. The model features separately applied wire grab irons and 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 it's weighted for top - notch performance. It comes fully assembled and ready to run right out of the box, with a highly - detailed, injection - molded body. With a minimum radius of 22 inches, it fits well in most model railroad layouts. The Missouri Pacific livery is part of Athearn's Legendary Liveries collection, offering unique and fun 'what if' scenarios for collectors and modelers. Specifications include 4 axles, McHenry Scale Knuckle couplers, and it represents the era from 1971 - 1990. The prototype was made by the International Car Co., with the reporting mark MP.

Using your Athearn ATH72841 HO scale boxcar is a breeze. Just place it on your model railroad tracks and couple it to other cars using the McHenry operating scale knuckle couplers. It's ready to roll right out of the box. When handling the boxcar, be gentle to avoid damaging the separately applied wire grab irons and etched end platforms. Store it in a dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent any fading of the paint. For maintenance, use a soft, dry cloth to clean the body. If there's any dirt on the wheels, you can use a mild cleaning solution and a small brush to carefully clean them. Make sure the couplers are working smoothly; if they seem sticky, you can use a little lubricant designed for model trains. This way, your boxcar will stay in great condition for years of enjoyable model railroading.