Explore the Walthers 910 - 7985 HO Scale 37 - foot Covered Hopper DME for Dakota, Minnesota & Eastern Railroad, numbered #29320. These covered hoppers from WalthersMainline(R) are perfect for various HO industries. Based on late - 1980s prototypes, they can carry cement, fracking sand, roofing granules and more. Key features include: a one - time run of these road numbers with limited quantity, so order now; prototypes in service from the late 1980s to today; separately molded and applied hopper gates; correct 36 - foot turned metal wheelsets; Proto MAX(TM) metal knuckle couplers; and they're great for use with Glacier Industrial Sands (#933 - 4035) and Rail - to - Road Aggregate Transfer (#933 - 4036), both sold separately.

Using your Walthers covered hopper is easy. Simply place it on your HO scale train tracks. It's ready to be coupled with other train cars using the Proto MAX(TM) metal knuckle couplers. When you're setting up your layout, you can load it with different materials like the cement, fracking sand or roofing granules it's designed to carry. Remember, the road numbers of this model are a one - time run and the quantity is limited, so if you want one, place your order soon. As for maintenance, occasionally check the separately molded hopper gates to make sure they're in good condition. Also, keep an eye on the 36 - foot turned metal wheelsets. If you notice any dirt or debris, gently clean them with a soft brush. When not in use, store your covered hopper in a dry place to prevent any damage.