Atlas 50004892 42' Coil Steel Car NS - Norfolk Southern #165960 (gray, blue, red, Protect III) N Scale

The Atlas 50004892 is an N Scale 42' Coil Steel Car representing Norfolk Southern #165960, painted in gray, blue, and red with the Protect III finish. Note that the picture might show a different road number. As the demand for coiled steel transportation grew, a new type of freight car was developed. Before, coiled steel was usually transported in specially - equipped gondola cars. In the 1960s, a lighter car designed to carry steel coils in an integral trough appeared. It became very popular, and over 17,000 were built. Atlas' model is a 42' design with a unique fishbelly side sill. Features include crisp painting and lettering, see - through walks, a removable hood, and detailed inside floor.

Using this Atlas N Scale 42' Coil Steel Car is easy. You can place it on your N scale model railway track and let it blend in with other trains and cars. When handling the car, be gentle with the removable hood to avoid any damage. For the see - through walks, don't use sharp objects that could scratch them. To keep the car looking good, you can use a soft, dry cloth to dust it regularly. Avoid exposing the car to extreme temperatures or humidity as it may affect the paint and lettering. If the car gets dirty, you can use a mild soap and water solution to clean it, but make sure to dry it thoroughly afterwards.