The Atlas Master 20006734 ACF 5701 Centerflow Hopper in HO scale represents Cain Chemicals ALAX #36809 in red and white. Note that the picture might show a different road number. Introduced in the early 70s, the 5701 cubic - foot covered hopper was designed for transporting bulk plastic pellets. Since 1972, ACF has built nearly 15,000 of these cars, mainly acquired by private firms like leasing, chemical, oil, and plastics companies. Key features include an eight - panel body with nine weld seams, etched metal roof walks, ten 20' hatches, a longitudinally mounted air reservoir, pneumatic outlets, blackened metal wheels, accurate painting and printing, and 100 - ton roller - bearing trucks with body - mounted AccuMate® couplers (made under license from AccuRail, Inc.) and screw - attached coupler pockets.

Using your Atlas Master ACF 5701 Centerflow Hopper is easy. You can place it on your HO - scale train track just like other cars. It's great for adding realism to your train set when you want to simulate the transportation of bulk plastic pellets. When handling the hopper, be gentle to avoid damaging the delicate parts like the etched metal roof walks. To keep it in good condition, clean it regularly with a soft, dry cloth. If you notice any loose parts, especially the screw - attached coupler pockets, tighten them carefully. Don't expose the hopper to extreme temperatures or moisture, as this can cause the paint to fade or the metal parts to rust. And always remember that the AccuMate® couplers are made under license, so handle them with care to maintain their functionality.