The Walthers Mainline 910 - 7865c is an amazing HO scale model of the 59' Cylindrical Hopper. It depicts the Toronto, Hamilton & Buffalo TH&B #1517, dressed in a striking black - and - white color scheme with a Bow Tie Logo. These models are great for simulating the movement of grain and various bulk loads, allowing you to easily create a complete unit train. Introduced in 1972 for handling grain and potash, these cars are based on National Steel Car prototypes with a 4550 - cubic - foot cargo capacity. They've sported a wide range of eye - catching paint and lettering over the years and are still seen across North America. These well - detailed, fully - assembled hoppers are affordably priced, making it a breeze to expand your fleet. Key features include a one - time run of specific road numbers (so order now as quantities are limited), a model of a 4550 - cubic - foot National Steel Car, readiness to run right out of the box, extensive use in North American grain and potash service since 1972, appropriate trough or round loading hatches, four different car numbers for each roadname, see - through running boards, detailed brake gear, roof hatches and end ladders, correct 36' RP - 25 metal wheelsets, and Proto MAX(TM) metal knuckle couplers.

Using this Walthers Mainline HO scale 59' Cylindrical Hopper is super easy. Since it's fully assembled, you can start using it right away on your model train tracks. To load it for your model scenarios, you can use small grains or other bulk materials to mimic real - world cargo. When it comes to handling, be gentle with the running boards and couplers as they are delicate parts. For maintenance, regularly clean the wheelsets with a soft, dry cloth to keep the movement smooth. Check the couplers occasionally to make sure they are in good working condition. If you notice any loose parts, you can use a small amount of model glue to fix them. Store the hopper in a cool, dry place to prevent any damage from moisture or extreme temperatures.