FVM 10126 Trinity RD-4 Coal Hopper, UP Union Pacific/Building America #503639 Fox Valley Models N Scale

The FVM 10126 Trinity RD - 4 Coal Hopper in N Scale by Fox Valley Models represents UP Union Pacific's Building America #503639. Note that the picture might show a different road number. This 4200 - cubic - foot modern aluminum hopper car was built from the mid - 1990s and is still in use today. Railroads and public utilities use it in unit trains to transport coal from fields to power plants or ports. It features new road numbers, an era from 2003 to present, and is fully assembled. With a detailed plastic body, die - cast weight with interior detail, and removable coal load, it offers great realism. The detailed free - rolling trucks, 36” machined metal wheels, and body - mounted operating knuckle couplers (Micro - Trains® compatible) ensure smooth operation. It's weighted to industry standards, operates on Code 55, 70, and 80 rail, and comes in clear jewel box packaging. The minimum radius is 9 ¾” and the recommended radius is 11”. Printing and lettering are clear even under magnification.

Using this coal hopper is easy. Just place it on your N - scale track. It's compatible with Code 55, 70, and 80 rail. You can connect it to other cars using the body - mounted operating knuckle couplers. The removable coal load allows you to change the look of the hopper. When storing, keep it in the clear jewel box packaging to protect it. As for maintenance, gently clean the wheels and couplers with a soft cloth to keep the operation smooth. Avoid rough handling as it may damage the detailed plastic body and interior components. Also, make sure to use it on tracks with a minimum radius of 9 ¾” or a recommended radius of 11” for best results.