Atlas, 20 006 751, HO Scale AFC 5701 Grain Hopper, ADM - Molecule, #75027

AFC 5701 Grain Hopper (gray, blue, Molecule Logo) About the Prototype: 🚂 Overview of the ACF 5701 Covered Hopper•     Manufacturer: American Car and Foundry (ACF)•     Introduced: Early 1970s, with production beginning around 1972•     Capacity: 5,701 cubic feet•     Design Purpose: Built to haul light, dry bulk commodities such as:•     Plastic pellets•     Grain•     Flour 🛠️ Design Features•     Center Flow Design: Cylindrical body with center discharge bays, which improved loading and unloading efficiency•     Pressureaide Variant: Some models were equipped with pressurization systems to assist in unloading fine powdered materials like plastic pellets•     Durability: Known for their reliability and ease of maintenance, many remained in service for decades, with some rebuilt or repainted over time 🏭 Usage and Ownership•     Widespread Adoption: Nearly 15,000 units were built•     Primary Users: Mostly acquired by private companies including:•     Leasing firms•     Chemical and pla