This HO scale Atlas 73' Center Partition Car represents Iowa Northern Railway IANR #26806, painted in boxcar red, white, and yellow. Note that the picture might show a different road number. The 73’ Center Partition Car is perfect for efficiently loading, transporting, and unloading lumber, gypsum board, and other construction products. It has an AAR mechanical designation of “FBC,” and since its introduction in 1986, over 40,000 cars of this type have been built. Features include a riserless floor design, detailed stirrups, simulated tie - loops, ratchets, partition cable hooks, 22 wire grabs, etched cross - over walks, wire brake rods, detailed jack pads, newly tooled 286k trucks, detailed pull plates, see - through top chord holes, simulated cable slots, detailed lift plates, prototypical lettering and markings, and a recommended 22' radius.
Using this HO scale 73' Center Partition Car is easy. Just load your lumber, gypsum board, or other construction products into the car. It's designed to make the loading and unloading process efficient. When setting it up on your model railway, make sure to follow the recommended 22' radius. As for maintenance, keep it clean from dust and debris. You can use a soft brush to gently clean the detailed parts like stirrups, tie - loops, etc. Be careful when handling it to avoid damaging the delicate wire grabs and brake rods. If you notice any loose parts, you can use a suitable glue to fix them back in place. Also, store it in a dry and cool place to prevent any damage from humidity or extreme temperatures.
