ATSF 188530 Refrigerated Railcar Ice Bunker History Value

Vintage ATSF 50' Refrigerated Railcar HO Scale Collector's Item

Unleash your inner wanderer with this vintage-inspired wonder – a treasure trove of charm and effortlessly cool style perfect for sun-drenched adventures or cozy nights in. Its unique character whispers tales of forgotten eras promising a timeless addition to your wardrobe that's as individual as you are.

$19.00 $37.99

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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.