Athearn ATH3863 N Scale NACC 50-Foot Box Car INRX Dresser Magcobar #42984
Detailed Information
Model Features:
- Comes with three road numbers
- Features etched metal stirrup steps for a realistic look
- Has a detailed, molded underframe
- Equipped with either Pullman Standard or Superior plug doors
- Comes with a Pullman Standard or Stanray (Superior) roof to match the prototype
- Comes with N-scale 70 ton trucks
- Has machined 33-inch metal wheels
- Body-mounted McHenry® operating scale knuckle couplers
- Weighted for great performance
- Minimum radius of 9 ¾ inches
Prototype and Background Info:
The 1960s were a crucial time for railroad development. The North American Car Corporation designed and built a 50-foot outside post, insulated, plug door box car. This car was a sign of future developments. Many railroads added this car to their rosters, often bought or leased by private shippers. The NACC cars had complex and colorful paint schemes. When these cars were built, general leasing, billboard paint schemes, and modern freight handling techniques were still about a decade away.
Using this Athearn ATH3863 N Scale NACC 50 - foot box car is easy. Just place it on your N - scale track with a minimum radius of 9 ¾ inches and connect it to other cars using the body - mounted McHenry® operating scale knuckle couplers. It's weighted for optimum performance, so it should run smoothly on the track. When handling the car, be gentle with the etched metal stirrup steps as they can be delicate. For maintenance, you can use a soft brush to clean the body and wheels regularly. Check the couplers from time to time to make sure they are working properly. Store the car in a dry place to prevent any damage to the paint or parts.
