Walthers 910-56601 34' 100-Ton 2-Bay Hopper - Gifford Hill GIHX #1548 HO Scale

The WalthersMainline 34' 100-Ton Two-Bay Hopper is a must - have for HO scale model railroaders. Ideal for transporting all sorts of bulk loads without the need for weather protection, it's a highly versatile addition to your HO operations. This is a limited - run item with specific road numbers, so order now while stocks last! It has been in service from the 1970s to the present and is used to haul ballast, sand, gravel, ore and other bulk goods. The model features factory - applied door and brake details, a heavy die - cast metal underframe, correct 36' RP - 25 turned metal wheelsets, and Proto MAX(TM) metal knuckle couplers. You can add a realistic load in minutes with the separately sold cast resin Chooch Gravel Load (214 - 7292). Note that the picture might show a different road number.

Using this Walthers HO scale 2 - bay hopper is easy. First, place it on your HO scale model railroad track. You can start using it right away to simulate hauling bulk loads. To make it look more realistic, you can buy the cast resin Chooch Gravel Load (214 - 7292) separately and add it in just a few minutes. When handling the model, be gentle as it has some delicate parts like the factory - applied door and brake details. For maintenance, keep it clean. You can use a soft, dry cloth to wipe off any dust. Store it in a dry place to prevent the metal parts, like the underframe and wheelsets, from rusting. Also, since it's a limited - run item, take good care of it to maintain its value.