Athearn's ATH88197 High-Cube DD Plug Box in HO Scale, representing ATSF Santa Fe #151757, is a remarkable model.
Detailed Information
MODEL FEATURES:
- It has a separately applied brake wheel for added realism.
- The underbody shows off detailed brake system elements.
- Equipped with machined metal wheels featuring RP25 contours for smooth running.
- Weighted perfectly for top-notch performance.
- Comes with body-mounted McHenry® operating scale knuckle couplers.
- The highly-detailed, injection-molded body is a sight to behold.
- Beautifully painted and printed for a realistic look.
- It can handle a minimum radius of 18 inches.
PROTOTYPE AND BACKGROUND INFO:
Railroad boxcars are well - known symbols of the industry. In the early days, freight was hauled on simple flatcars or gondolas. Over time, boxcars evolved, like moving from wood with steel bracing. In 1968, for crew safety, the AAR required removing roof walks, and boxcars had to be modernized by 1978 for interchange service. Some modifications included cutting ladders and lowering the brake wheel. What makes boxcars great is their ability to haul all kinds of freight, and railroads love their redundancy for efficiency.
Using this Athearn ATH88197 HO Scale ATSF Santa Fe High - Cube DD Plug Box is easy. Just place it on your HO scale track and couple it to other cars using the McHenry® operating scale knuckle couplers. It's weighted for good performance, so it should run smoothly on tracks with a minimum radius of 18 inches. When handling it, be gentle with the separately applied brake wheel as it can be delicate. To keep it in good shape, clean the machined metal wheels regularly with a soft cloth. Avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures or moisture. If you notice any loose parts, like the couplers, use appropriate tools to tighten them carefully. Enjoy adding this detailed and realistic boxcar to your model railroad collection!
