MTH RailKing BNSF Ps-2 Discharge Hopper Car #414347
Add authentic modern freight operations to your O gauge layout with the MTH RailKing BNSF Ps-2 Discharge Hopper Car. This highly detailed covered hopper features prototypical Burlington Northern Santa Fe livery and represents the workhorse freight cars used to transport grain, cement, sand, and other bulk commodities across North America's vast rail network.
Key Features
- Intricately Detailed Durable ABS Body - High-quality construction with authentic Ps-2 covered hopper profile
- Prototypical BNSF Paint Scheme - Accurate road number #414347 with authentic Heritage II orange and green livery
- Functional Discharge Hatches - Realistic bottom discharge hopper design
- Metal Wheels and Axles - Smooth rolling performance and realistic appearance
- Die-Cast 4-Wheel Trucks - Heavy-duty construction for reliable operation
- Operating Die-Cast Metal Couplers - Compatible with all O gauge equipment
- Decorative Brake Wheels - Authentic railroad detailing
- Separate Metal Handrails - Scale appearance and durability
- Fast-Angle Wheel Sets - Superior tracking on curves
- Needle-Point Axles - Reduced friction for smooth operation
- Operates On O-27 Curves - Compatible with layouts of all sizes
Prototype Information
The Pullman-Standard Ps-2 covered hopper was one of the most successful freight car designs in railroad history, with thousands built from the 1950s through the 1980s. These versatile cars transported grain, cement, sand, plastic pellets, and other bulk commodities that required protection from the elements. The distinctive rounded roof and multiple discharge hatches made the Ps-2 instantly recognizable across North American railroads.
BNSF Railway - America's Freight Railroad
Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway, formed in 1995 from the merger of Burlington Northern and Santa Fe railroads, operates one of the largest freight railroad networks in North America. BNSF's extensive fleet of covered hoppers transports agricultural products, industrial materials, and consumer goods across 28 states and three Canadian provinces, serving as a vital link in America's supply chain.
Dimensions
Unit Measures: 11 1/2" x 2 3/8" x 3 1/4" - Traditional O gauge proportions perfect for RailKing freight consists.
Compatibility
This covered hopper is designed for O gauge 3-rail layouts and is compatible with MTH, Lionel, Atlas O, and other O gauge track systems. The car operates smoothly on O-27 curves, making it suitable for layouts of all sizes from starter sets to expansive model railroads.
Complementary Products
Build authentic modern freight consists with our O Rolling Stock collection, featuring MTH AGP Ps-2 Discharge Hopper Car, MTH Denver & Rio Grande 3-Car 4-Bay Hopper Car Set, and MTH Baltimore & Ohio Gondola Car with Crates. Complete your O gauge layout with locomotives and track from our O Scale collection.
About MTH Electric Trains
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