ATLAS 50004972 ACF 60' Auto Parts DD Box Car - Detroit & Toledo Shoreline (D&TS) #5555 N Scale

This N Scale ATLAS 50004972 ACF 60' Auto Parts DD Box Car represents Detroit & Toledo Shoreline (D&TS) #5555. Note that the picture might show a different road number. Built by American Car & Foundry from the late 1960s to early 1970s, these 60’ Auto Parts Box Cars served assembly plants and component suppliers nationwide. With single or double doors, they offer easy access to freight, and their versatility makes them great for the auto industry. Many are still in use across North America today. Features include 70 - ton roller - bearing trucks, a deluxe - style positionable door, prototypical painting and lettering, a die - cast underframe with realistic details and separate end ladders, AccuMate® operating knuckle couplers, and roof overspray.

Using this N scale box car is simple. Just place it on your model train track and couple it with other cars using the AccuMate® operating knuckle couplers. When setting up your layout, you can adjust the deluxe - style positionable door to create different scenarios. As for maintenance, keep it clean from dust. You can use a soft brush to gently clean the body, underframe, and trucks. Avoid using harsh chemicals as they may damage the prototypical painting and lettering. When not in use, store it in a dry place to prevent any rusting on the 70 - ton roller - bearing trucks. Be careful when handling the car to avoid any breakage of the separate end ladders or other small details.