Atlas Trainman, N Scale, 50005939, Thrall 4750 Covered Hopper, Peavey, #2026

The Thrall 4750 Covered Hopper was built starting in the late 1970s by Thrall Car Manufacturing Company. These hoppers had a capacity of 4,750 cubic feet and a gross rail loading (GRL) of 263,000 lbs, making them ideal for grain transport. Thousands of these cars were produced to meet the demands of various railroads.

The Thrall 4750 Covered Hoppers were widely used by railroads such as Burlington Northern and many others. They featured three bays and rib sides, with a flat roof. Over time, the design underwent several revisions to improve efficiency and performance

These covered hoppers remained in service for several decades, but they began to be gradually replaced starting in the late 1980s and early 1990s as newer models with improved safety and efficiency features were introduced. Despite their retirement from active service, some of these hoppers are still in use today for specialized or regional applications

The Peavey Company was a significant player in the grain and bulk commodity transportation industry. They leased a large fleet of covered hoppers, including the Pullman-Standard PS-2CD 4427 and Thrall 4750 models, which were used to haul various bulk commodities such as grain, corn products, and other agricultural products.

The Peavey Company was known for its distinctive blue and white paint scheme with large placards featuring the classic red diamond logo. These cars were often seen traveling on many railroads across the Midwest.