Master 55-Ton Fishbelly 2-Bay Open Hopper w/Flat Ends - 2-Rail - Ready to Run -- Western Maryland (Oxide Red, white)

Introduced in the 1930s, the 55 Ton Fishbelly Hopper car was a common sight and formed the backbone of some of the great coal hauling railroads. Never before produced in O scale, Atlas O's version captures the nostalgia and heritage of the unique model in true 1/4" scale. A new addition to the Steam Era Classic series, this new hopper will look right at home behind your heavy-hauling steam or first and second generation diesel locos. Features Include: Diecast construction Flat or peaked ends as per the prototype Separately-applied grab irons, ladders and brakeline details 50 ton Bettendorf diecast sprung trucks Removable coal load Interior details Minimum diameter curve: O-27 (3-rail) Diecast articulated couplers (3-rail) Kadee(R)-compatible scale couplers (2-rail) Four road numbers are available per road name.