MTH Premier O 20-92347 34′ Composite Hopper Set 2, Erie (6)

6 different road numbers per pack

A composite hopper railroad car is a type of freight car used in the transportation of bulk materials such as coal, grain, or aggregates. The term “composite” refers to the construction of the car, which typically combines different materials to optimize its weight, strength, and durability.

Composite hopper cars are designed with a large open-top compartment known as a hopper, which allows for easy loading and unloading of bulk materials. The hopper is usually equipped with one or more bottom discharge gates or chutes that can be opened to release the cargo at the desired destination.

The construction of a composite hopper car involves using a combination of materials such as steel, aluminum, and composite materials like fiberglass or carbon fiber. These materials are selected to provide the necessary strength and structural integrity while minimizing the weight of the car. By reducing the car’s weight, composite materials can help increase its payload capacity, improve fuel efficiency, and reduce wear on the tracks.

Features:
Intricately Detailed, Durable ABS Body
Metal Wheels and Axles
Die-Cast 4-Wheel Trucks
Fast-Angle Wheel Sets
Needle-Point Axles
(2) Operating Die-Cast Metal Couplers
O Scale Kadee-Compatible Coupler Mounting Pads
Detailed Brake Wheel
Separate Metal Handrails
1:48 Scale Dimensions
Operates On O-31 Curves