N ATH 57' FGE Mechanical Reefer with Sound, BNFE Primed For Grime 'Faded Green' (ATH-1484)

Introducing a 57-foot mechanical reefer car from Fruit Growers Express, offered in a sound-equipped version and a BNFE Primed For Grime finish in faded green. This model reproduces a classic refrigerated freight car used to move perishables across the railroad network, with authentic dimensions scaled from prototype drawings and field measurements, and it ships fully assembled and ready to run. The sound-equipped variant carries onboard audio captured from a real reefer, with the sound cycling on and off for realism, while the Primed For Grime edition provides a faded base coat that’s an ideal starting point for weathering and rust effects.

Details include accurate underframe components, two exhaust-stack options (straight pipe with flapper or T-shaped smokejack), and body-mounted McHenry knuckle couplers. It rides on 100-ton roller bearing trucks with 36-inch machined metal wheels that run on Code 55 and 80 rails, and the injection-molded body is highly detailed and weighted for smooth operation. A minimum radius of 9¾ inches (11 inches recommended) helps it navigate typical layouts. Sound-equipped models offer adjustable volume and authentic reefer sounds, while Primed For Grime variants duplicate the look of “In Service” equipment and provide a perfect starting point for adding grime and rust to bring a scene to life.