Dear HO Scale Customers;

Athearn is excited to announce New 26ft PC&F (Pacific Car & Foundry) Low Side Tight-Bottom Ore Cars with Load

PROTOTYPE AND BACKGROUND INFO:

Iron ore cars are a specialized type of hopper car designed exclusively to haul heavy loads of iron ore. The history of the 26- foot ore car dates back to the mid-1800s, with early models being relatively short, such as 24 feet. The introduction of vast ore deposits in the Upper Midwest in the late 19th century led to the common use of these cars. By the 1910s, demand for larger capacity increased, resulting in the first steel ore cars, which were later innovated with features like rib sides and long end platforms.

MODEL FEATURES:

• Removable ore load
• High and Low side body per prototype
• Separately applied wire grab irons, ladders, and brake wheel
• Machined metal wheels with RP25 contours operate on all popular brands of track
• Body-mounted McHenry operating scale knuckle couplers
• Weighted for optimum performance
• Highly-detailed, injection-molded body
• Painted and printed for realistic decoration
• Minimum radius: 15”

LEGENDARY LIVERIES

What are Legendary Liveries? An Athearn exclusive, they are the ultimate answer to “What if?” Featuring some of the most popular railroad paint schemes of all time, these models are perfect for collecting, protofreelancing, or just plain fun! Whether company proposed paint schemes, canceled locomotive orders, or alternate takes on history, Legendary Liveries are fun and unique additions to any roster. Enjoy these items, and answer the ultimate railroad question of: “What if?”

Order Due Date: February 27, 2026

Anticipated Delivery Date: July 2027

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