This ATLAS 20006918 HO scale 70-ton open hopper is a great addition to your model train collection. It represents Peabody Coal Co. #6923 in eye - catching yellow, red, and green colors. Note that the picture might show a different road number. Since the 1930s, this hopper was an industry standard on many railroads. It was an AAR - recommended design but lost popularity by the mid - 1950s. It had greater capacity than cars with flat sides, but the acidic coal caused corrosion at the joints, leading to expensive rebuilding. The hopper comes with many great features. It has true scale dimensions and accurate details. The underframes are weighted and detailed. It's equipped with AccuMate® Knuckle Couplers (licensed from AccuRail, Inc.). The trucks have free - rolling metal wheels. The painting and lettering are very accurate, and there's a removable coal load.

Using your ATLAS 20006918 HO scale 70 - ton open hopper is easy. Just connect it to your model train using the AccuMate® Knuckle Couplers. You can add or remove the coal load as you like to change the look of the hopper. When handling the hopper, be gentle to avoid any damage to the accurate details and painting. To keep it in good condition, store it in a dry place away from direct sunlight. You can use a soft, dry cloth to clean the surface of the hopper and the metal wheels of the trucks from time to time. If you notice any loose parts, handle them carefully and consider using appropriate glue if necessary. Enjoy your model train with this awesome open hopper!