Model of a coal car with 'Berwind' branding on a track

HO Accurail Berwind Coal 25171

$13.49 $17.98
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SKU: ACU25171
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HO Accurail Berwind Coal USRA Twin Hopper #25171

Add authentic coal hauling operations to your HO scale layout with this detailed USRA Twin Hopper from Accurail, decorated in Berwind Coal livery. Originally part of 3-Car Set #8085 (alternate stock #80853), this model represents the workhorse freight cars that transported coal across America's railroads.

Key Features:

  • Prototype: USRA Twin Hopper design
  • Road Name: Berwind Coal
  • Scale: HO Scale (1:87)
  • Manufacturer: Accurail - known for quality ready-to-run rolling stock
  • Item Number: 25171
  • Era: Steam to early diesel transition period

About USRA Twin Hoppers:

The United States Railroad Administration (USRA) standardized freight car designs during World War I to improve efficiency. These twin hoppers became essential for coal transportation, featuring two separate compartments with bottom discharge doors for efficient unloading at power plants, industrial facilities, and coal yards.

Expand Your Fleet:

Complement this hopper with other rolling stock from our HO Scale Hopper Car collection. Pair it with additional Accurail models like the 55T USRA Twin Hopper Tennessee Central, USRA Twin Hopper SAL #36208, or Pennsylvania H31C Wood-Side Twin Hopper to create realistic coal drags on your layout.

For more information about Accurail products and their commitment to quality model railroading, visit www.accurail.com to explore their full product line and historical prototype information.

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