This Bachmann HO Scale Silver Series Trinity 5161 3-Bay Covered Hopper is ideal for carrying grain on your railroad. Standing for 5161 cubic-foot capacity, the Trinity Railcar 5161 is one of the most prevalent covered hoppers currently in operation on North American railroads. Debuting in service in 1995, the type can frequently be found both in unit trains and on mixed freight manifests, with over 27,000 in service. Designed for hauling bulk commodities, the 5161 is commonly used in the transportation of grain, sugar, plastics, and dry chemicals. Bachmann′s Trinity 5161 features separately applied components such as roof walks and brake wheels. Other features include blackened metal wheels with RP25 contours for operation on Code 70 and larger rail, and body-mounted E-Z Mate(R) Mark II couplers. The Trinity 5161 3-Bay Covered Hopper is part of the extensive line of Bachmann HO Scale freight cars.