Description
The 70-ton offset-side twin hopper was one of the most common open-top hoppers on North American railroads from the 1930s through the end of the twentieth century, hauling coal, coke, ore and aggregates. Its offset-side construction placed the side sheets outboard of the vertical posts, giving a smooth-sided interior and a distinctive ribbed exterior.
Bowser's HO 70-Ton Offset Hopper is a newly-tooled, ready-to-run model featuring improved AB brake detail, a die-cast metal frame for excellent weight and tracking, separately applied wire grab irons, and road-specific paint and lettering. It rides on RP25 nickel-silver wheels and is equipped with knuckle couplers.
This unit: Reading (Blue Coal) #42140.
- Newly tooled ready-to-run HO 70-ton offset twin hopper
- Die-cast metal frame for weight and reliable tracking
- Improved AB brake detail and separately applied wire grab irons
- Road-specific paint and lettering
- RP25 nickel-silver wheels and knuckle couplers
📦 Preorder details:
Pre-order due April 2, 2026. Expected delivery per Bowser's production schedule (subject to change).
25% deposit required at checkout, balance charged when product ships.
Preorder cancellation: 7 days from order date; deposit non-refundable after that.
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