Athearn ATH18761 – HO Scale PS 4740 3-Bay Covered Hopper Montana Rail Link NEW
$ 18.48
Description
Athearn ATH18761 – HO Scale PS 4740 3-Bay Covered Hopper Montana Rail Link NEW. Ready-to-Roll Athearn release of the classic Pullman-Standard 4740 cubic foot 3-bay covered hopper. Versatile Freight: Ideal for grain unit trains or as part of a mixed manifest crossing the Continental Divide. Item is NEW in box. Exterior of packaging may exhibit minor cosmetic wear. Ships FREE within 1 business day. Athearn ATH18761 – HO Scale Pullman-Standard (PS) 4740 3-Bay Covered Hopper Montana Rail Link #45043 Ready-to-Roll Athearn release of the classic Pullman-Standard 4740 cubic foot 3-bay covered hopper. This model represents another prototypical road number from the legendary Montana Rail Link fleet, serving as a vital link for agricultural and bulk commodities across the Pacific Northwest. Road number 45043 is finished in the striking MRL blue livery with the iconic "Lion Head" mountain logo and crisp white lettering. Key Features Pullman-Standard Heritage: Highly detailed 3-bay body design capturing the signature PS-4740 structural ribs and roof profile. Prototypical Paint: Authentic Montana Rail Link blue finish with high-fidelity mountain logo and accurate data stenciling. Separately Applied Details: Includes realistic roof hatches, a detailed brake wheel, and end-platform grating. Smooth Operation: Equipped with 100-ton roller-bearing trucks and machined metal wheelsets for excellent tracking on any layout. Reliable Coupling: Factory-installed McHenry® scale knuckle couplers for dependable performance. Versatile Freight: Ideal for grain unit trains or as part of a mixed manifest crossing the Continental Divide. Original Packaging: Arrives new in the original Athearn window-box packaging. Prototype History The PS-4740 covered hopper was a staple of grain service across the Great Plains starting in the late 1960s. Montana Rail Link, operating over former Northern Pacific trackage, utilized these rugged cars to move agricultural products and minerals through the challenging terrain of Big Sky Country. MRL’s distinctive blue cars became a symbol of regional railroading efficiency and were frequently seen in long unit trains or interchanged with Class I partners like Burlington Northern. This model captures the spirit of one of America’s most beloved regional railroads during its peak operations.
