Athearn HO Scale PS 4740 Covered Hopper Rio Grande D&RGW #15417 - ATH-2365
Athearn HO Scale PS 4740 Covered Hopper Rio Grande D&RGW #15417 - ATH-2365
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Athearn HO Scale PS 4740 Covered Hopper – Denver & Rio Grande Western #15417 (ATH2365)
The Athearn HO Scale PS 4740 Covered Hopper decorated for Denver & Rio Grande Western #15417 is a detailed reproduction of one of the most successful covered hopper designs ever built. Based on the Pullman-Standard 4,740 cubic foot prototype, this freight car is ideal for hauling grain, fertilizer, feed, and other dry bulk commodities on HO Scale railroads spanning the 1970s through the present day.
Fully assembled and ready for operation, this Athearn Ready-To-Roll model features crisp D&RGW paint and lettering, body-mounted McHenry® operating knuckle couplers, 36-inch machined metal wheelsets with RP25 contours, roller-bearing trucks, and factory weighting for smooth, reliable performance. Whether operating in a unit grain train or a mixed freight consist, this covered hopper delivers dependable operation and outstanding prototype realism.
Model Features
- Official Athearn HO Scale Ready-To-Roll model
- Decorated for Denver & Rio Grande Western
- Road Number 15417
- Pullman-Standard PS 4740 covered hopper prototype
- Fully assembled and layout ready
- Body-mounted McHenry® operating knuckle couplers
- 36-inch machined metal wheels with RP25 contours
- Roller-bearing trucks
- Weighted for dependable operation
- Razor-sharp factory paint and lettering
- Minimum operating radius: 18 inches
A Freight Car Found Across North America
Introduced in 1967, the Pullman-Standard PS 4740 covered hopper was developed to increase hauling capacity while maintaining the reliability that made the earlier PS-2 series so successful. These versatile freight cars quickly became a staple of North American railroads and remain in service today, making them an excellent addition to HO Scale layouts depicting multiple railroad eras.
Expand your freight roster with additional Athearn HO Scale PS 4740 Covered Hoppers. Pair this model with premium locomotives from the Athearn Genesis collection, browse dependable rolling stock in our Athearn Ready-To-Roll Trains, or shop the complete selection of Athearn model trains and accessories at Fusion Scale Hobbies.