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Upgraded N scale model offered in six paint schemes
Upgraded N scale model offered in six paint schemes
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Era: 1966+ through 1989+ (varies depending on paint scheme)
Manufacturer: Athearn Trains, 2904 Research Rd., Champaign, IL 61822, 800-338-4639, athearn.com
American Car & Foundry 2,970-cubic-foot capacity two-bay Center Flow covered hopper features:
Release date: Scheduled for release in August 2023
Road names: Chicago, Burlington & Quincy (gray); ACF Leasing (gray); Burlington Northern (gray); CSX (tan); Corning Glass Works (teal and white); and Missouri Pacific (gray with “screaming eagle” herald). Five road numbers per scheme (two single cars and one three-pack).
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