Athearn HO Scale 1772 Rock Island Stock Car 79608

Athearn HO Scale 1772 Rock Island Stock Car #79608 – C-5 Used – Knuckle Couplers – Dusty with Light Surface Rust

Vintage Athearn HO scale stock car in Rock Island livery, road number 79608. A layout veteran with authentic wear—ideal for realistic freight operations or restoration.

🚂 Key Features:

• Brand: Athearn

• Scale: HO (1:87)

• Road Name: Rock Island

• Road Number: 79608

• Type: Stock Car

• Couplers: Knuckle couplers installed

• Era: 1970s–1980s production

🧰 Condition Notes (C-5 Good):

• Moderate wear from layout use

• Light Dusty exterior with light surface rust on metal components 

• Scuffing present on body and underframe

• Knuckle couplers intact and functional

• Wheels roll freely; no cracks or structural damage

• Sold as shown—see pictures for details

📦 Shipping & Handling: Ships from Avon, OH. Professionally packed for safe delivery.

💬 Questions? Happy to bundle with other Rock Island or Athearn rolling stock—just drop me a message!