This Atlas 20006495 HO scale 73-foot center partition car TTX #857145 features yellow, black, and yellow conspicuity stripes. The picture might show a different road number. The 73-foot center partition car is ideal for efficiently loading, transporting, and unloading lumber, gypsum board, and other construction products. Its AAR mechanical designation is 'FBC', and since its introduction in 1986, over 40,000 such cars have been built. Key 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-foot radius.
Using this HO scale 73-foot center partition car is easy. You can load lumber, gypsum board, or other construction products into it just like a real - world car. Place your model items inside the car carefully to avoid any damage. When it comes to transporting, you can use it on your model railroad track with a recommended 22 - foot radius for smooth movement. As for maintenance, keep it clean by gently dusting it off regularly. Avoid using harsh chemicals or abrasive materials that could scratch the paint or damage the details. Check the parts like the wire grabs, brake rods, and trucks occasionally to make sure they are in good condition. If any part becomes loose, you can use a small amount of glue to secure it back in place. And always handle the car gently to prevent any breakage.
