ATLAS 50005475 41' Ballast Hopper - Amtrak #11665 N Scale

The ATLAS 50005475 41-inch N scale Amtrak ballast hopper is a great addition to your railroad collection. For railroads, track and right - of - way maintenance is crucial for success and safety. A well - balanced and smooth roadbed requires laying and reapplying ballast, often done by a string of ballast hoppers. Unlike regular open - top hoppers, these have specialized bottom gates to spread ballast along the rails. Railroads may use their own fleets or lease from companies like Herzog. This Atlas ballast hopper helps you achieve essential track work. It features crisp painting and printing, a durable body, free - rolling trucks, a detailed brakewheel, and knuckle couplers.

Using this ballast hopper is easy. You can place it on your N scale railroad tracks to add a realistic touch to your track - maintenance scenes. When setting it up, make sure the tracks are clean and smooth so the free - rolling trucks can move easily. For the best display, try to position it in a scene where ballast spreading is taking place. As for maintenance, gently clean the body with a soft, dry cloth to keep the crisp painting and printing looking good. Check the knuckle couplers regularly to ensure they are working properly and can connect to other cars. If the trucks seem to be sticking, a small amount of lubricant can be applied, but be careful not to over - lubricate. Remember, the picture may show a different road number, so don't be surprised if the actual model has a different one than what you see in the photo.