Bowser 42375 - HO RTR 100 Ton 3-Bay Open Hopper - D&H ex Reading #9708

100 Ton 3-Bay Open Hopper - D&H ex Reading #9708 Designed in 1960 by the N&W as the H-11 class which is an enlarged PRR H-39 70 ton hopper. In 1964, the size was increased to 12ft 3in high, cubic feet increased to 3433 and weight capacity increased to 90-100 tons. Over 130,000 have been built. Three distinctive characteristics highlight this class of hopper: -roping eye with integral end buffers -end slope sheets are at a steeper angle than the hopper sheets -13 riveted side posts with the middle two panels wider than the rest Other features include; -Wine door locks -Full height side ladder stiles -Accurate molded details -Free-rolling trucks with 36in metal wheels -Magnetic knuckle couplers