🚂 Bachmann 56' ACF 4-Bay Center-Flow Hopper – Great Northern #171304

Bring the hardworking spirit of American freight railroading to your model train layout with the Bachmann 56' ACF 4-Bay Center-Flow Hopper – Great Northern #171304 in Glacier Green! Featuring authentic Great Northern Railway graphics and a distinctive green finish, this detailed HO scale freight car is a fantastic addition for model railroad enthusiasts, Great Northern collectors, and fans of classic American rail transportation.

Developed by American Car & Foundry (ACF) in the mid-1960s, the 56-foot, four-bay center-flow hopper was designed to transport bulk materials efficiently. These versatile covered hoppers were used to carry products such as plastic pellets, animal feed, and other granular freight. Four discharge bays beneath the car allowed cargo to be unloaded efficiently at industrial facilities and distribution centers.

With its recognizable Great Northern decoration and realistic railroad details, this Bachmann hopper adds color, authenticity, and modern-era freight character to your miniature railway. Pair it with other covered hoppers and a powerful freight locomotive to create a convincing industrial freight consist. 🛤️

✨ Product Features

• Authentic Great Northern Railway decoration: Features road number #171304 and distinctive railroad graphics.

• Glacier Green finish: Adds an eye-catching touch of classic Great Northern style to your freight fleet.

• Realistic 56-foot ACF design: Recreates the popular center-flow hopper developed for bulk-material transportation.

• Four-bay discharge configuration: Represents the unloading system used to release granular cargo efficiently.

• Detailed painted body: Precision graphics and a realistic finish enhance the model's appearance.

• Separately applied brake wheel: Adds an extra touch of authentic railroad detail.

• Detailed trucks: See-through truck sideframes contribute to a realistic appearance.

• Blackened metal wheels: RP25 contours provide a realistic wheel profile.

• E-Z Mate® Mark II knuckle couplers: Magnetically operated couplers make connecting compatible HO scale rolling stock convenient.

• Added weight: Helps promote stable tracking on compatible model railroad layouts.

• Ready-to-run convenience: Fully assembled and ready to join your compatible HO scale freight train.

📦 Product Specifications

• Brand: Bachmann

• Product Type: 56' ACF 4-Bay Center-Flow Hopper

• Railroad: Great Northern Railway

• Road Number: #171304

• Color: Glacier Green

• Manufacturer Item Number: 17509

• Scale: HO scale (1:87)

• Approximate Dimensions: 8.25" L × 1.5" W × 2.2" H

• Recommended Age: 14 years and up

What's Included

• 1 Bachmann HO scale 56' ACF 4-Bay Center-Flow Hopper – Great Northern #171304

Locomotives, track, additional rolling stock, and scenery are sold separately unless otherwise specified.

🚆 Expand Your Freight Fleet with Lee’s Toy & Hobby!

Whether you're recreating a Great Northern freight train, building an industrial switching scene, or expanding your collection of covered hoppers, this Bachmann model is a colorful and realistic addition to your layout.

Give your freight fleet a classic Great Northern touch! Shop the Bachmann 56' ACF 4-Bay Center-Flow Hopper – Great Northern #171304 at Lee’s Toy & Hobby today and keep your miniature trains rolling in authentic railroad style. 🚂✨