What is a Covered Hopper?

The covered hopper is a railroad freight, or rolling stock, designed to haul heavy dry loads. Items you may find in a covered hopper load include:

• Grain
• Dry cement
• Clay
• Sand

The covered hopper is a popular rolling stock car, they are seen regularly on the rail lines which makes them a great addition to any model railroad as well. 

At TrainLife we have a number of covered hopper options; multiple scales, colors, designs, rail lines, and more. Browse our collection below and be sure to give us a holler if there is something you can’t find.