Atlas 20006366 Slab Side Covered Hopper CP - Canadian Pacific (6 Hatch) #380307 HO Scale

The Atlas 20006366 HO scale model represents a slab side covered hopper of the Canadian Pacific Railroad with 6 hatches, car number #380307. Note that the picture might show a different road number. In the late 1940s, the covered hopper car for bulk commodity transport in agriculture, chemical, and construction industries entered a new era. The Canadian Pacific Railroad introduced a 70 - ton, 3000 - cubic - foot interior braced hopper with smooth, welded sides. This'slab side' design maximized interior width, lowered the center of gravity, and improved tracking stability. Produced from 1950 - 1964 by multiple companies, it had various roof hatch arrangements and side sill openings became standard after 1954. These cars were common on Canadian and US rails until the late 1990s, hauling grain, malt, sugar, cement, or for sand service. The Atlas model comes in 6, 8, and 12 - hatch versions, with or without side sill openings. Features include high - detail, prototypical accuracy, and era - appropriate paint schemes and lettering.

Using your Atlas HO scale slab side covered hopper is easy. Just place it on your model train track and let it join your train lineup. You can connect it to other cars in your set to create a realistic freight train. When handling the model, be gentle to avoid any damage to the highly detailed parts. For maintenance, use a soft, dry cloth to dust it regularly. Keep it away from extreme temperatures and humidity, as these can affect the paint and the overall condition of the model. If you want to display it, choose a stable surface where it won't be knocked over. And remember, this is a model, so don't use it for real - world transportation! Enjoy adding this prototypically accurate and well - detailed piece to your collection.