This is an HO scale 73' center partition car from Atlas (model 20006487), representing BNSF Railway #562678 in boxcar red and white. Note that the picture might show a different road number. The 73-foot center partition car is great for efficiently loading, transporting, and unloading lumber, gypsum board, and other construction products. The AAR mechanical designation for this car is 'FBC,' and it was introduced in 1986, with over 40,000 cars built since then. It comes with amazing features like 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. You can load it up with small models of lumber, gypsum board, or other construction products to mimic a real - world transportation scenario. When setting it on your model track, make sure to follow the recommended 22' radius for smooth operation. As for handling, be gentle with the car as it has many detailed parts like stirrups and wire grabs that can be easily damaged. For maintenance, use a soft brush to clean off dust from the car regularly. Avoid using harsh chemicals or abrasive materials that could scratch the paint or damage the prototypical lettering and markings. If you notice any loose parts, like the wire brake rods or the detailed pull plates, you can use a small amount of glue to secure them back in place, but be careful not to use too much glue as it might make a mess.
