N Scale 50' Ice Bunker Reefer Trailer - SFRD #37304 Model Train Car

SFRD 50' Ice Bunker Reefer - Authentic Vintage Railroad Collectible

Unleash your inner wanderer with this extraordinary piece – a captivating blend of rugged charm and modern sophistication. Crafted for the free spirit, it’s more than just an item; it’s a story waiting to be written. Imagine the adventures it’s seen, the moments it’s held. This is your invitation to become part of that narrative. Let it elevate your style and ignite your soul.

$20.38 $40.75

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PROTOTYPE SPECIFIC INFORMATION

A “reefer” is a refrigerated boxcar, designed to carry perishable freight such as dairy, meat, and vegetables at specific temperatures. The use of ice to refrigerate and preserve food dates back to prehistoric times. For most of the 19th century, natural ice (harvested from ponds and lakes) was used to supply refrigerator cars. Refrigerator cars required effective insulation to protect their contents from temperature extremes. The last ice bunker reefers were built in 1957, with the last ice-cooled reefers retired in 1971.