Product Overview
The HO Atlas Master PORTEC 3000 Covered Hopper Chicago Freight Car Leasing [CRDX] #720004 is a highly detailed ready-to-run freight car perfect for your HO scale model railroad layout. This precision-crafted hopper car features authentic Chicago Freight Car Leasing livery and represents the reliable PORTEC 3000 design that served American railroads for decades.
Key Features
- Ready to run - no assembly required
- Injection molded plastic construction for durability
- Fine scale detail with many separately applied parts
- 2 Body and roofwalk variations to accurately match the prototype
- 2 styles of vibrator brackets for authentic detailing
- Highly detailed end cages and brake gear
- 100 Ton Trucks for realistic operation
- Metal Couplers for reliable coupling
- Etched metal roofwalks and end platforms
- Crisp painting and printing with accurate road markings
Prototype Information
Built between 1979 and 1984, the Portec 3000 Hopper was designed to haul heavy bulk commodities such as sand, cement, salt and grain. Boston & Maine was one of the first railroads to purchase these in quantity. The Portec 3000 proved to be a very reliable design, and many are still in service today hauling essential materials across North America.
Perfect For
This covered hopper is ideal for modelers recreating modern freight operations, unit trains, or adding variety to your rolling stock roster. It pairs perfectly with other HO Scale Hopper Cars and complements your HO Scale Rolling Stock collection.
About Atlas Trains
Atlas Model Railroad Co. has been producing quality model railroad products since 1924. Known for their attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, Atlas Master Line products represent the pinnacle of ready-to-run HO scale freight cars. Learn more about Atlas products at atlasrr.com.
Expand your freight car fleet with our complete selection of HO Scale Rolling Stock and Atlas Trains products available at MPM Hobbies.