Athearn Genesis HO Rock Island ACF 4600 Covered Hopper RI #800427 – ATHG-1526

Athearn Genesis HO Rock Island ACF 4600 Covered Hopper RI #800427 – ATHG-1526.

Add authentic Midwest grain-hauling realism to your HO scale freight roster with theAthearn Genesis ATHG-1526 ACF 4600 Covered Hopper, decorated forRock Island (RI) #800427. Built to represent the iconic 4600 cubic foot Center Flow covered hopper introduced in the mid-1960s, this highly detailed Genesis model is perfect for modern and transition-era freight consists.

The ACF 4600 became one of the most recognizable covered hoppers in North American railroading, commonly hauling grain, corn, agricultural products, and other dry bulk commodities. This Genesis release captures the prototype with museum-quality detailing, accurate paint, and smooth rolling performance.

Model Features

• Factory-painted in authentic Rock Island Railroad livery
• Highly detailed injection-molded body
• Photo-etched metal roofwalk
• Separate wire grab irons, brake wheel, and stirrup steps
• Detailed underbody brake system and plumbing
• Genesis 100-ton trucks with 36″ machined metal wheels
• Animated spinning roller bearing caps
• Body-mounted McHenry® scale knuckle couplers
• Weighted for dependable tracking and operation
• Minimum operating radius: 18 inches

This Athearn Genesis covered hopper is ideal for HO scale grain trains, branchline operations, agricultural industries, and modern freight layouts. Whether you’re building a Rock Island consist or expanding your covered hopper fleet, this premium freight car delivers exceptional realism and operational performance.

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