{"product_id":"ath2371","title":"Athearn HO Scale PS 4740 Covered Hopper CSX CSXT #249247 - ATH-2371","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAthearn HO Scale PS 4740 Covered Hopper – CSX #249247 (ATH2371)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Athearn HO Scale PS 4740 Covered Hopper decorated for CSX #249247 is a detailed replica of one of the most successful covered hopper designs ever built. Finished with Athearn's popular Primed for Grime® weathering, this model faithfully captures the appearance of a hardworking freight car that has spent years transporting grain, fertilizer, plastic pellets, feed, and other dry bulk commodities throughout the CSX system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFactory assembled and ready for operation, this Ready-To-Roll freight car features crisp CSX lettering, subtle factory weathering, body-mounted McHenry® operating knuckle couplers, 36-inch machined metal wheelsets with RP25 contours, roller-bearing trucks, and factory weighting for smooth, dependable performance. The Primed for Grime® finish provides a realistic in-service appearance while still serving as an excellent starting point for additional weathering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eModel Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOfficial Athearn HO Scale Ready-To-Roll model\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDecorated for CSX\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRoad Number 249247\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFactory-applied Primed for Grime® finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePrototype Pullman-Standard PS 4740 covered hopper\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFully assembled and layout ready\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBody-mounted McHenry® operating knuckle couplers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e36-inch machined metal wheels with RP25 contours\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRoller-bearing trucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWeighted for dependable operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMinimum operating radius: 18 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eA Modern Freight Car Built for Heavy Service\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduced in 1967, the Pullman-Standard PS 4740 covered hopper was developed to increase carrying capacity while maintaining the proven reliability of earlier PS covered hopper designs. These versatile freight cars became common throughout North America and continue to serve railroads today, making them an excellent choice for modern-era HO Scale layouts. The Primed for Grime® finish recreates the subtle fading and weathering seen on prototype freight equipment in everyday service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExpand your freight roster with additional \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/collections\/athearn-ho-scale-ps4740-covered-hoppers\"\u003eAthearn HO Scale PS 4740 Covered Hoppers\u003c\/a\u003e. Pair this model with premium locomotives from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/collections\/athearn-genesis\"\u003eAthearn Genesis\u003c\/a\u003e collection, browse dependable rolling stock in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/collections\/athearn-rtr-trains\"\u003eAthearn Ready-To-Roll Trains\u003c\/a\u003e, or shop the complete selection of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/collections\/athearn\"\u003eAthearn model trains and accessories\u003c\/a\u003e at Fusion Scale Hobbies.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Athearn","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59686375031070,"sku":"ATH2371","price":33.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/6789\/3534\/files\/ATH-2371_A0_ZXOVFXRR.jpg?v=1784822382","url":"https:\/\/trainsupply.com\/products\/ath2371","provider":"Train Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}