Description: Rapido Trains Inc AutoFlood III Coal Hopper BNSF Wedge scheme (Random Road Number to be Shipped) Part # 169002A HO Scale, MIB *The picture above is for reference purposes only. The picture shows the correct style of car but the road number may be different. See listing for correct road number. Coal. Black Diamonds. Whatever your name for it, this commodity is best transported across the country by rail. Enter the AutoFlood III rapid discharge hopper car!Beginning production in 2004, the all aluminum body prototype has been produced in the thousands and has traversed all over North America. With millions of tons of coal per year being mined and hauled out of various locations across the country, you would be hard pressed to not have seen one of these prototype cars in a modern day coal train.This 4200 cubic foot, exterior post prototype (not to be confused with other prototype exterior post or interior post models) is primarily used as a rapid discharge car which can unload the payload in a matter of seconds via the bottom bay doors. However, the car can also be equipped with a rotary coupler at the end(s) of the car, indicated by the color blocks on the end of the car, for either bottom discharge or rotary unloading based on the infrastructure at the final destination.FeaturesDie-cast frame and floor for optimum car weightFull interior rivet and K-member detailsSuper-detailed end cages including separate air and brake pipingBarber S-2 100-ton Trucks with metal wheelsHopper bays feature highly-detailed outlet gatesEtched, see-through end cross-over platformsFull end detail, including uncoupling leversSeparate grab irons installed at the factoryAccurate paint and letteringRemovable coal load includedMultiple road numbers available for each schemeAvailable in singles or multi-packs*Multi-packs boxed for individual sale We are an authorized dealer for Athearn, Walthers, Bowser Trains, Horizon Hobby, Tangent Scale Models, Heartland Hobby, Stevens International, Hobbytyme, RC4WD, Traxxas and Intermountain Railway Company. If you don't see it here please ask if we can order it for you. We will be happy to refund monies minus shipping costs on any item purchased as long as the item is in the original selling condition as it was listed. Refunds/ returns will be granted within 30 days of the shipping date. The return shipping cost is the responsibility of the Buyer. We are not responsible for any damage that occurs during shipping. Package insurance may be purchased at an additional cost to protect against damage in transit. All items are new in box from the manufacturer, unless otherwise stated. Please feel free to email with any questions. Inventory is constantly updated, but we also have a store open to the public that may cause the unavailability of the item when ordering on line. If the item is not available we will promptly refund your money. If an item is returned because of accidental purchase, the buyer will be charged the Ebay and Paypal fees if incurred per policy. We will combine shipping when possible for cost efficiency for the customer. To receive discounts for combined shipping, please purchase all items and request an invoice total, otherwise we may not be able to discount shipping. When requested, we will send you an updated invoice with correct shipping total. All shipments are sent priority mail with delivery confirmation. When the item is shipped we leave feedback regarding the transaction. We would ask that once you receive your package you rate us as well. If you feel you are not satisfied, please contact us to correct the situation. We will do what is necessary to make it right as we value positive feedback. All warranty claims are handled by the manufacturer. Thank you, Shaffer's Train Shed. Check out my other items! Be sure to add me to your favorites list! Sign up for my email newsletters by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites
Price: 59.95 USD
Location: Coalport, Pennsylvania
End Time: 2023-12-20T20:48:06.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
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Brand: Rapido
Type: Hopper
Assembly Status: Ready to Go/Pre-built
Corporate Roadname: BNSF Railway
Theme: Transportation
Grade: C-10 Mint-Brand New
Gauge: HO