Introduction

Atlas 20007458 HO Scale 42′ Coil Car Mitsui Rail Capital MBKX 250166 (Ex-CSX Patch)

The increased volume of coiled steel transportation gave rise to a new purpose-built freight car. Previously rolls of coiled-steel had generally traveled in specially equipped gondola cars. In the 1960s a lighter type of car emerged specifically for hauling coils of steel in an integral trough. The car type gained popularity and eventually over 17,000 cars were built. Atlas model replicates a 42 design with a distinctive fishbelly side sill.

FEATURES:

• Prototypical painting and lettering
• See-through walks
• Removable hood
• Inside floor detail
• Cut-levers