From the late 1920s to the 60s, wooden express reefers were essential on America's long - distance passenger trains. They transported perishables to far - off markets, along with mail, packages, and non - perishables. Easily recognized by their unique shape and paint jobs, these cars had heavy steel underframes, special trucks, brake gear, steam lines, and signal equipment for passenger service. Walthers' models are accurate replicas of General American Express Reefers seen on almost every railroad. They look amazing when running with streamlined or heavyweight cars. Factory - assembled and finely detailed, each model comes with Pullman or GSC trucks according to the roadname. A complete set of add - on wire grab irons is also included for modelers who want maximum realism.

Using this HO scale model is easy. Just place it on your model train track and let it run with other cars in your collection. It'll look great in any setup. When handling the model, be gentle to avoid any damage to the delicate details like the wire grab irons. Store it in a dry and clean place to prevent dust from gathering on it. If you notice any dirt on the model, you can use a soft, dry cloth to gently wipe it. Don't use any harsh chemicals as they might damage the paint or the plastic parts. That way, your model will stay in top - notch condition for a long time.