The Atlas HO Scale CNCF 5000 Boxcar represents CP Canadian Pacific #212152, originally from MCSA, in light orange and white. 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 a peak time for U.S. modern freight car production, with some U.S. railroads buying these 70 - ton, 50 - foot boxcars from Mexican builder CNCF. In the 1980s, thousands more were built for Mexico's national railways. These 5000 - cubic - foot boxcars still run 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 interested in the late 1970s to the present. Features include being 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, including 2 body styles (early with bolts and late welded body with 2 side slides), 2 end slide styles (standard 3 - sheet Dreadnaught end and bifurcated 'X' pattern end), and 5 door styles (Youngstown, Youngstown with pick lever, Modified Youngstown, Superior, and ICG shop Door).

Using this model boxcar is easy. Just take it out of the box and place it on your model railroad track. It's ready - to - run right away. When handling the boxcar, be gentle with the separately applied wire grabs as they can be fragile. For maintenance, use a soft, dry cloth to clean the boxcar and remove any dust. Avoid using harsh chemicals as they can damage the accurate painting and printing. Store the boxcar in a cool, dry place to prevent any warping or damage to the body. If you want to display it for a long time, make sure it's placed on a stable surface so it doesn't fall and break. The metal wheels and couplers are durable, but check them regularly for any signs of wear or damage. If you notice any issues, you can contact the manufacturer for replacement parts.