This HO scale Atlas 73' Center Partition Car from Union Pacific, numbered #275227, comes in a sharp boxcar red and white color scheme. 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 of the 'FBC' type according to AAR mechanical designation, and over 40,000 such cars have been built since its introduction in 1986. 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 it's recommended for a 22' radius.
Using this HO scale Atlas 73' Center Partition Car is easy. You can load lumber, gypsum board, and other construction products into it efficiently. When setting it up on your model track, make sure to follow the recommended 22' radius. As for maintenance, gently clean it with a soft brush to keep it looking good. Avoid using harsh chemicals that might damage the detailed parts like the stirrups and pull plates. When handling, be careful not to break the wire grabs or other delicate features. Keep it stored in a dry place to prevent any rust or damage to the prototypical lettering and markings.
