This weathered 3-pack features authentic Kansas City Southern (KCS) 3-bay covered hoppers designed for transporting dry bulk commodities like grain, cement, sand, and plastic pellets. These modern freight cars showcase KCS's distinctive red and yellow livery with factory-applied weathering that replicates years of service wear. Built to prototype specifications, these cars feature detailed underframes, brake rigging, and realistic operating characteristics. Kansas City Southern was a major Class I railroad serving the central United States before merging with Canadian Pacific to form CPKC in 2023.
Key Features:
Factory-applied weathering with authentic wear patterns and fading
Kansas City Southern red and yellow livery with accurate lettering
Metal wheelsets for superior electrical pickup and smooth operation
Micro-Trains magnetic knuckle couplers for reliable coupling/uncoupling
Fine scale detailing including grab irons, brake wheels, and ladders
Detailed underframe with accurate brake rigging and piping
Prototypical 3-bay covered hopper design for dry bulk commodities
Ready-to-run - no assembly required
Compatible with all N Scale track systems and manufacturers
Three different road numbers included in weathered 3-pack
Modern era freight cars perfect for contemporary layouts
Precision molded body with sharp, crisp details
More Information
Item #
983 05 097
Brand
Micro Trains Line
Scale
N Scale (1:160)
Type
3-Bay Covered Hopper Weathered 3-Pack
Road Name
Kansas City Southern (KCS)
Road Numbers
286426, 286433, 286640
Era
Modern (1990s-Present)
Couplers
Micro-Trains Magnetic Knuckle
Wheels
Metal
Condition
New in Box
Release Date
June 2025
Assembly Required
No - Ready to Run
MSRP
$114.95
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Bisphenal A which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
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