This Athearn 40' box car is a replica of the Pullman Standard BX-37 boxcar from 1941, featuring Tuscan Red color and the corporate roadname Santa Fe Southern Railway. The material used to construct this item is a combination of plastic and steel, with a 1:87 scale and an analog control system. This item is a perfect addition to any model railroad or train collection, especially for those who enjoy the theme of transportation.
The Athearn brand is well-known for producing high-quality model railroads and trains. This 2-rail-2-conductor HO gauge box car does not only have a great design, but also a unique history as a replica of a 1941 boxcar. Its details and features are perfect for collectors or enthusiasts who are passionate about model trains.
.In 1941 and 1942 the Santa Fe purchased 5010 cars with AAR standard underframes from Pullman. These BX-37s were assigned 141301-144310 in 1941 and 145500-147499 in 1942. This was the largest class of 40' box cars. they had 10'4" inside height, 10 panel riveted sides, 6/7/6 Youngstown doors, W-section 5/5 Dreadnaught ends, raised panel roof, wood running boards, AAR underframe, AB brakes, and Ajax geared brakes. The 1941 cars had riveted underframes while the 1942 cars had welded underframes. The brake reservoir was mounted transversely.