{"title":"Athearn HO Scale FMC 4700 Covered Hoppers","description":"\u003cp\u003eShop \u003cstrong\u003eAthearn HO Scale FMC 4700 Covered Hoppers\u003c\/strong\u003e at Fusion Scale Hobbies. Based on the distinctive 4,700-cubic-foot dry-bulk covered hoppers produced by FMC during the 1970s and early 1980s, these HO scale freight cars are an excellent choice for model railroaders building realistic grain trains, agricultural freight operations, and mixed freight consists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAthearn's \u003cstrong\u003eHO Scale FMC 4700 Covered Hopper\u003c\/strong\u003e combines prototype-specific appearance with the dependable operation expected from Athearn freight cars. Models feature highly detailed injection-molded bodies, factory-applied roof hatches and end details, wire grab irons, separately applied brake equipment, see-through etched-metal end platforms and roof walkways, and multiple outlet grate variations. Underneath, 100-ton trucks with 36-inch machined nickel-silver wheels and RP25 contours provide smooth operation, while body-mounted McHenry operating scale knuckle couplers complete the model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe prototype \u003cstrong\u003eFMC 4700 covered hopper\u003c\/strong\u003e was produced from 1971 through 1981 and became a popular car for grain-hauling railroads. These cars could be found operating across North American rail networks and many continued in service through later eras, making the Athearn FMC 4700 an excellent addition to layouts representing a wide range of railroad operations and time periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our complete selection of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/athearn-ho-scale-fmc-4700-covered-hoppers\"\u003eAthearn HO Scale FMC 4700 Covered Hoppers\u003c\/a\u003e, or explore more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/athearn\"\u003eAthearn model trains\u003c\/a\u003e available from Fusion Scale Hobbies. Looking for models ready to ship? Check out our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/athearn-in-stock-products\"\u003eAthearn In-Stock Products\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eComplete your railroad with more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/trains\"\u003emodel trains and railroad equipment\u003c\/a\u003e, and add realistic finishing and weathering with our selection of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paint\"\u003emodel paints\u003c\/a\u003e. Whether you're assembling a dedicated grain train or adding variety to a mixed freight consist, Athearn HO Scale FMC 4700 Covered Hoppers bring detailed, prototype-inspired freight equipment to your HO scale railroad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","products":[{"product_id":"ath81586","title":"Athearn HO Scale RTR FMC 4700 Covered Hopper UNPX #121022","description":"\u003ch3\u003eMODEL FEATURES:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparately-applied brake gear including brake wheel, brake wheel housing, chain, brake lever, air reservoir, brake cylinder and triple valve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100-ton trucks with 36\" solid machined nickel silver wheels with RP25 contours operate on all popular brands of track\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory applied roof walk, roof hatch, end details, ladders, and wire grab irons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo outlet grate variations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccurately painted and printed on a highly detailed, injection molded 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