Description
The WalthersMainline ACF 5250 Centerflow Covered Hopper is a detailed HO scale freight car based on the popular American Car & Foundry 5,250 cubic foot prototype. These hopper cars were widely used across North America from the 1960s into the early 2000s hauling plastic pellets, grain, and animal feed.
This ready-to-run HO scale model is decorated for Rock Island #13980 and features crisp lettering, metal wheelsets, and Proto MAX metal knuckle couplers for dependable operation on modern layouts.
- HO Scale ready-to-run freight car
- ACF 5250 4-Bay Centerflow covered hopper prototype
- Rock Island #13980 road number
- See-through running boards
- Thin-profile roofwalk and stirrups
- Detailed end ladders and platforms
- Correct 36" turned-metal wheelsets
- Proto MAX metal knuckle couplers
- Factory decorated and fully assembled
ACF Centerflow covered hoppers were a common sight on freight railroads for decades and remain popular with modern-era modelers. This car fits perfectly into grain trains, plastics service, and mixed freight operations.
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More Information
| Brand |
WalthersMainline |
| Part Number |
910-49215 |
| Scale |
HO Scale |
| Roadname |
Rock Island |
| Road Number |
13980 |
| Car Type |
ACF 5250 4-Bay Centerflow Covered Hopper |
| Couplers |
Proto MAX Metal Knuckle Couplers |
| Wheelsets |
36" Turned Metal |
| MSRP |
$34.98 |
| TCA Grade |
C-10 Mint Brand New |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this freight car ready to run?
Yes. This WalthersMainline model arrives fully assembled and ready to operate right out of the box.
What cargo did these hopper cars carry?
ACF 5250 Centerflow covered hoppers commonly transported plastic pellets, grain, and animal feed across North American railroads.
Will this work with other HO rolling stock?
Yes. It is built to standard HO scale and includes metal knuckle couplers compatible with most HO locomotives and freight cars.
