N ATH 40' Pfaudler Wood Milk Car GARE 'Hood's' #814 (ATH-2468)

The N ATH 40' Pfaudler Wood Milk Car, specifically identified as GARE 'Hood's' #814, is a highly detailed model representing a unique piece of railroading history. In the 1920s, the Pfaudler Company and General American Car Company produced numerous wood-sheathed, insulated milk cars designed primarily for transporting bulk milk. These cars were built around two 6,000 gallon glass-lined tanks equipped with a brine cooling system that kept the milk at a consistent 38 degrees Fahrenheit, ensuring freshness during transport. Often painted Pullman green to match the era's passenger cars, the Pfaudler cars continued to serve in bulk milk shipments well into the 1950s, showcasing the evolution of freight transport during that time period.

This model is crafted with meticulous attention to detail, featuring screw-mounted trucks, machined metal wheels with RP25 contours, and a weighted design for optimum performance. The body is made from high-quality injection-molded materials, painted and printed to offer a realistic appearance. It operates with body-mounted McHenry® scale knuckle couplers and requires a minimum radius of 11 inches, making it suitable for various layouts.