{"product_id":"athg78603","title":"Athearn Genesis HO Scale AIMX #20188 NSC 6000 Gondola with Load – ATHG78603","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAthearn Genesis HO Scale AIMX #20188 NSC 6000 Gondola with Load – ATHG78603\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAthearn Genesis HO Scale AIMX #20188 NSC 6000 Gondola with Load – ATHG78603\u003c\/strong\u003e brings modern freight railroading to your HO Scale layout with exceptional Genesis Series detail and prototype accuracy. Based on National Steel Car's high-capacity 6,000 cubic foot gondola design, this model represents the rugged freight cars used throughout North America to transport scrap metal, steel products, demolition debris, and other heavy bulk commodities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eModern Industrial Freight Service\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing AIMX reporting marks and road number 20188, this gondola accurately reflects contemporary freight operations serving recycling facilities, steel mills, transload terminals, and industrial customers. The factory-installed removable load enhances operational realism, making this freight car an excellent addition to modern unit trains, manifest freights, and switching layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePremium Genesis Series Detailing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs part of Athearn's premium Genesis lineup, the ATHG78603 features prototype-specific body details, crisp factory-applied paint and lettering, detailed brake rigging, metal grab irons, etched metal crossover platforms, Barber S-2-E 100-ton trucks, and body-mounted McHenry® lower shelf couplers for dependable operation. Every detail is designed to accurately reproduce the appearance of the prototype while providing reliable performance on your layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eExpand Your Modern Freight Fleet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis model pairs perfectly with other contemporary freight equipment found in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/collections\/trains\"\u003eTrain Collection\u003c\/a\u003e and makes an excellent addition to any modern freight roster. Expand your fleet with additional models from our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/collections\/athearn\"\u003eAthearn Collection\u003c\/a\u003e, browse premium releases in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/collections\/athearn-genesis\"\u003eAthearn Genesis Collection\u003c\/a\u003e, or build an impressive consist of modern freight cars for realistic railroad operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAdd Realistic Weathering Effects\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor even greater realism, weather the load, interior surfaces, side sheets, trucks, and underframe using products from our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/collections\/paint\"\u003ePaint \u0026amp; Weathering Supplies Collection\u003c\/a\u003e. Rust streaking, faded paint, road grime, and operational wear will recreate the appearance of a freight car that has spent years hauling heavy industrial commodities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eModel Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHO Scale (1:87)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAthearn Genesis Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAIMX #20188 reporting marks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNational Steel Car (NSC) 6000 cubic foot gondola\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-installed removable load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrototype-specific body variations and details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-applied paint and crisp lettering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal grab irons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEtched metal crossover platforms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed brake rigging and underbody components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarber S-2-E 100-ton trucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody-mounted McHenry® lower shelf couplers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeighted to NMRA standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum recommended radius: 22 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for contemporary Era V and Era VI operations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAthearn Genesis HO Scale AIMX #20188 NSC 6000 Gondola with Load – ATHG78603\u003c\/strong\u003e is an outstanding choice for modelers seeking authentic modern freight equipment, combining Genesis-level detail, smooth operation, and prototype accuracy in a freight car built for today's railroad industry.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Athearn Genesis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48946454003968,"sku":"ATHG78603","price":52.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/6453\/5552\/files\/ATHG78603_A0_I7UH3LH2.jpg?v=1783389443","url":"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/products\/athg78603","provider":"Fusion Scale Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}