Walthers Proto 920-105245 50' Evan Coil Car - Detroit, Toledo & Ironton #1131 (Glass-Fiber Hoods, yellow, black) HO Scale

The WalthersProto 920-105245 50' Evans Cushion Coil Car in HO scale is a must - have for any layout. It's designed to speed up loading and unloading while safeguarding large steel coils during transit. This car features updated tooling with removable angled, round, or glass - fiber hoods. Key features include: a one - time run of these road numbers with limited stock, so order now! Based on cars in service from the 1970s to the early 2000s, it can carry large steel coils for automobiles, appliances, and food packaging. It comes with matching, removable hoods in different styles, etched metal walkways, grab irons, underframe cushioning device, and separate brake gear. The detailed body has a V - shaped load cradle and separate restraints. A heavy die - cast metal frame enhances performance, along with 100 - ton roller - bearing trucks, correct 36' RP - 25 metal wheelsets, and Proto MAX metal knuckle couplers. You can easily detail it with the separately sold Cornerstone Steel Coil Load. It's perfect for use with the Walthers Steel and Auto Industry Series!

Using your WalthersProto 50' Evans Cushion Coil Car is easy. First, decide which type of removable hood you want to use - angled, round, or glass - fiber, and attach it to the car. You can then load large steel coils onto the V - shaped load cradle and secure them with the separate restraints. For a more detailed look, add the separately sold Cornerstone Steel Coil Load. When it comes to maintenance, keep the car clean. Wipe it down gently with a soft cloth to remove dust. Check the wheelsets regularly to make sure they spin freely. Avoid exposing the car to extreme temperatures or humidity as this can damage the metal parts. If you need to store the car, keep it in a dry and safe place. Also, be careful when handling the car, especially the etched metal walkways and grab irons as they can be delicate.