This HO scale Atlas 20006475 73' Center Partition Car represents Iowa Northern Railway IANR #26803 in boxcar red, white, and yellow. Note that the picture might show a different road number. The 73’ Center Partition Car is great for efficiently loading, transporting, and unloading lumber, gypsum board, and other construction products. It's an 'FBC' type car as designated by AAR, and over 40,000 of these 73 - foot versions have been built since 1986. Features include a riserless floor design, detailed stirrups, simulated tie - loops, ratchets, partition cable hooks, 22 wire grabs, etched cross - over walks, wire brake rods, detailed jack pads, newly tooled 286k trucks, detailed pull plates, see - through top chord holes, simulated cable slots, detailed lift plates, prototypical lettering and markings, and a recommended 22' radius.
Using this HO scale 73' Center Partition Car is easy. When loading, you can place lumber, gypsum board, and other construction products inside the car. The design helps with efficient loading and unloading. Be careful when handling it to avoid any damage to the detailed features like the stirrups and wire grabs. For maintenance, keep it clean from dust. You can use a soft brush to gently clean the surface. Store it in a dry place to prevent any rusting on the metal parts. Also, when placing it on the track, make sure to follow the recommended 22' radius for smooth operation.
