Athearn ATH17066 60' Bulkhead Flat, CLC Columbia & Cowlitz #1209 HO Scale

The Athearn ATH17066 60' Bulkhead Flat in HO Scale is a great addition to your model railroad collection. It features separately applied end details and a brake wheel, 33” machined metal wheels with RP25 contours, and body-mounted McHenry® operating scale knuckle couplers. The car is painted and printed for a realistic look, fully assembled and ready to run right out of the box. Its highly-detailed, injection-molded body makes it a standout piece. With a minimum radius of 18”, it can fit well in various layouts. Specialized load handling with bulkheads at the ends helps secure different types of loads like pulpwood, lumber, building materials, and pipes during transit. The coupler style is McHenry Scale Knuckle, and it's recommended for users aged 14 and above with no assembly required.

Using this Athearn bulkhead flat car is a breeze. Just place it on your HO scale model railroad track and it's ready to go as it's fully assembled. When loading it, you can use it to carry different items like toy lumber, pipes, or other small objects to mimic real - world freight transport. Make sure to handle it gently to avoid any damage to the separately applied end details and the brake wheel. For maintenance, you can use a soft, dry cloth to clean the body and wheels. If you notice any dirt on the couplers, you can use a small brush to clean them. Store the car in a cool, dry place when not in use to keep it in good condition.