The Atlas 20007133 CNCF 5000 Boxcar in HO Scale, representing A&W Atlantic & Western #1008. Note that the picture might show a different road number. In the late 1970s, U.S. railroads ordered nearly 1,500 Mexican - built CNCF 5000 Boxcars during the 'IPD' incentive per diem boxcar boom. This was the high - point of U.S. modern freight car production, with multiple U.S. railroads choosing the 70 - ton 50 - foot boxcar from Mexican builder CNCF. In the 1980s, thousands more were built for Mexico’s national railways. These 5000 cubic foot boxcars still operate on the rails of the U.S., Canada, and Mexico today. The CNCF 5000 has unique features like triangular supports above the door post, wrapped end sheets, and sharp notches in the sill near the stirrups. It's a must - have for model railroaders from the late 1970s to the present. Features include ready - to - run, full under - body detail with brake rigging, separately applied wire grabs, detailed end ladders and brake gear, accurate painting and printing, blackened metal wheels, and metal couplers. There are multiple variations, such as 2 body styles (early with bolts, late welded body with 2 side slides), 2 end slide styles (standard 3 - sheet Dreadnaught end, bifurcated 'X' pattern end), and 5 door styles (Youngstown, Youngstown w/pick lever, Modified Youngstown, Superior, and ICG shop Door).

Using this Atlas 20007133 HO Scale boxcar is easy. Since it's ready - to - run, you can simply place it on your model railroad track right out of the box. When handling the boxcar, be gentle with the separately applied wire grabs and detailed end ladders as they're delicate. For maintenance, use a soft, dry cloth to clean the body and remove any dust. You can also use a small brush to clean hard - to - reach areas. Avoid getting the metal parts wet to prevent rusting. Keep the boxcar stored in a cool, dry place when not in use to maintain its paint and printing quality. Make sure the metal wheels and couplers are clean for smooth operation on the track. If you notice any loose parts, you can use a small amount of appropriate glue to reattach them, but be careful not to use too much as it might affect the appearance.