Atlas 20000163 DOWX 5800 Plastics Hopper #21510 – Model Train Junction: Quality Parts and Art Supplies

This is an Atlas 20000163 DOWX 5800 Plastics Hopper #21510. The 5800 cubic foot covered hopper evolved from the earlier 5701 for transporting bulk plastic pellets. Most of these were acquired by private companies including leasing companies, chemical companies, oil companies and plastics companies. Its key features are:
Nine full-width panel body with ten weld seams
Transverse mounted air reservoir
Accurate painting and printing
100-ton roller-bearing trucks and body mounted AccuMate couplers with screw-attached coupler pockets
Etched metal roof walks
Blackened metal wheels

Condition: Factory New (C-9)
Operational Status: Functional
Original Box: Yes (P-9)

Manufacturer: Atlas
Model Number: 20000163
Road Name: Dow Chemical (DOWX/DCLX)
MSRP: $29.95

Scale/Era: HO Scale
Model Type: Freight Cars

The Trainz SKU for this item is P11456512.

Trainz Product Id: 11456512