Broadway Limited Imports is proud to expand our N scale rolling stock lineup with one of the most recognizable and versatile freight cars in North American railroading: the ARA/AAR 70-Ton Quad Hopper.

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From Appalachian coal drags to mixed freights crossing the Midwest, these hardworking cars spent decades hauling coal, aggregates, coke, ballast, and industrial commodities across countless railroads.

A staple of American freight service from the steam era well into the diesel transition and beyond, the ARA/AAR Quad Hopper is a must-have addition for modelers seeking to recreate authentic freight operations across multiple eras. Whether assembled into a dedicated coal train, mixed into a manifest freight, or spotted at a mine, steel mill, or power plant, these hoppers instantly add realism and purpose to your railroad.

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