Description

This is a Atlas 9497 O Scale Missouri Pacific 55-Ton Coal Hopper #58266 (2 Rail). Features: Diecast centerbeam and chassis Wire grab irons Diecast stirrups Opening, sprung hopper doors Diecast Andrews trucks Prototypical painting and lettering Scale diecast couplers and 33 wheelsets (2-Rail) Minimum radius (2-Rail) : 24. Additional Information: During World War I, the US railroads experienced a critical equipment shortage due to increased traffic needs. This 55 Ton Hopper Car was one of the body types designed by the United States Railroad Administration (USRA) to relieve this shortage. Built in 1918, 25,000 of these cars were primarily assigned to the great coal-hauling roads of the east and mid-west. The car design was very successful and later became one of the standard cars of the American Railway Association.

This item has been graded per TCA standards C-7: Excellent based on visual appearance. There are light nicks and scratches on the surface of the shell and chassis. The instruction manual is not included. The original box is included. Please check the photos for a detailed look at this item. Overall condition is Excellent.

Condition: Excellent (C-7)
Operational Status: Not Applicable
Original Box: Yes (P-7)

Manufacturer: Atlas
Model Number: 9497
Road Name: Missouri Pacific (MP)

Scale/Era: HO Scale
Model Type: Freight Cars

The Trainz SKU for this item is 6388750.

Trainz Product Id: 11624249