{"product_id":"rapido-home-shops-collaboration-nhj-25735-autoflood-iii-coal-hopper-cardinal-system-new-hope-jackson-25735-ho-scale","title":"Rapido • Home Shops Collaboration (NHJ 25735) • Autoflood III Coal Hopper  • Cardinal System\/New Hope \u0026 Jackson #25735 • HO Scale","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:Arial,sans-serif; color:#1f2a35; line-height:1.8; max-width:900px; margin:auto; font-size:16px;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- HERO --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg,#f4fbfd,#ffffff); border-left:8px solid #45A1BB; padding:28px; margin-bottom:22px; border-radius:12px; box-shadow:0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\"\u003e\n\n    \u003ch2 style=\"color:#0c07e3; margin:0; font-size:34px; line-height:1.1;\"\u003e\n      Cardinal System New Hope \u0026amp; Jackson AutoFlood III Coal Hopper\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color:#45A1BB; margin:6px 0 14px; font-size:24px; font-weight:600;\"\u003e\n      HO Scale Ready-to-Run Coal Hopper\n    \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0; font-size:17px; line-height:1.8;\"\u003e\n      A Home Shops exclusive Rapido AutoFlood III coal hopper bringing modern coal-hauling realism to the Cardinal System New Hope \u0026amp; Jackson fleet.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- PRODUCT OVERVIEW --\u003e\n  \u003ch3 style=\"color:#0c07e3; border-bottom:3px solid #45A1BB; padding-bottom:8px; font-size:24px;\"\u003e\n    Product Overview\n  \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size:16px; line-height:1.9; margin-bottom:44px;\"\u003e\n    The Cardinal System New Hope \u0026amp; Jackson AutoFlood III Coal Hopper is a Home Shops exclusive release that pairs a distinctive railroad identity with Rapido Trains’ highly detailed modern coal hopper tooling. Designed for heavy coal service, the AutoFlood III is the kind of car that looks right at home in unit coal trains, mine runs, power plant service, and contemporary freight operations.\n    \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    This HO scale model captures the rugged, purpose-built appearance of modern coal-hauling equipment with a die-cast frame and floor, detailed interior, see-through etched end platforms, super-detailed end cages, and a removable coal load. The result is a car that looks excellent both loaded in a long coal drag and spotted individually in industrial service.\n    \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    As part of the Cardinal System New Hope \u0026amp; Jackson lineup, this hopper offers modelers a unique way to expand a modern freight roster with a car that feels believable, operationally useful, and visually distinctive. Whether you are building a dedicated coal train, adding variety to a manifest, or collecting Home Shops exclusives, this AutoFlood III is a standout addition to any HO scale fleet.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- PRODUCT FEATURES --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background:#eef6fa; border:1px solid #b8dce8; border-left:8px solid #45A1BB; border-radius:12px; padding:28px; margin:0 0 38px 0; box-shadow:0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\"\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color:#0c07e3; margin-top:0; border-bottom:2px solid #45A1BB; padding-bottom:10px; font-size:24px;\"\u003e\n      Product Features\n    \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:20px; font-size:16px; line-height:1.95;\"\u003e\n\n      \u003ch4 style=\"color:#0c07e3; margin:0 0 14px; font-size:20px;\"\u003e\n        The Rapido Trains HO scale Autoflood III Hopper features:\n      \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:12px; padding-left:22px; position:relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003eDie-cast frame and floor for optimum car weight\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:12px; padding-left:22px; position:relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003eFull interior rivet and K-member details\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:12px; padding-left:22px; position:relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003eSuper-detailed end cages including separate air and brake piping\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:12px; padding-left:22px; position:relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003eBarber S-2 100-ton trucks with metal wheels\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:12px; padding-left:22px; position:relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003eHopper bays feature highly-detailed outlet gates\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:12px; padding-left:22px; position:relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003eEtched, see-through end cross-over platforms\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:12px; padding-left:22px; position:relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003eFull end detail, including uncoupling levers\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:12px; padding-left:22px; position:relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003eSeparate grab irons installed at the factory\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:12px; padding-left:22px; position:relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003eCrisp paint and lettering\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:12px; padding-left:22px; position:relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003eRemovable coal load included\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:22px; position:relative;\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003eMultiple road numbers available for each scheme\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- WHY WE LOVE IT --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background:#eef6fa; border:1px solid #b8dce8; border-left:8px solid #45A1BB; border-radius:12px; padding:28px; margin:38px 0; box-shadow:0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\"\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color:#0c07e3; margin-top:0; font-size:24px;\"\u003e\n      Why We Love This Car\n    \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:0; font-size:16px; line-height:1.9;\"\u003e\n      Home Shops exclusives are especially fun because they give modelers equipment with a distinct identity beyond the standard catalog road names. This Cardinal System New Hope \u0026amp; Jackson hopper has that same appeal, offering a believable modern coal car with a unique railroad personality.\n      \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n      The Rapido AutoFlood III tooling is a strong match for this kind of release. The die-cast frame gives the car excellent weight, the removable coal load adds operating flexibility, and the etched platforms, detailed end cages, factory-installed grab irons, and crisp lettering make it satisfying up close.\n      \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n      For operators, it is a practical coal-service car that can be run in long cuts or mixed into modern freight service. For collectors, it is a distinctive Home Shops exclusive that adds variety and character to the roster.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- CTA --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,#0c07e3,#2D8DAA); color:white; padding:24px 28px; border-radius:12px; margin-top:36px; box-shadow:0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\"\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:10px; color:white; font-size:24px;\"\u003e\n      Add a Home Shops Exclusive Coal Hopper to Your Fleet\n    \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:0; font-size:16px; line-height:1.8;\"\u003e\n      With its Cardinal System New Hope \u0026amp; Jackson identity, premium Rapido construction, removable coal load, and highly detailed AutoFlood III tooling, this HO scale hopper is ready to bring distinctive modern coal traffic to your railroad.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains \/ Home Shops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49506070429834,"sku":"NHJ 25735","price":56.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/3954\/7786\/files\/NHJ.png?v=1780705849","url":"https:\/\/denvertrains.com\/products\/rapido-home-shops-collaboration-nhj-25735-autoflood-iii-coal-hopper-cardinal-system-new-hope-jackson-25735-ho-scale","provider":"Denver Model Trains      ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}