HO GEN 57' FGE Mechanical Reefer with Sound (ATHG-1140)

HO Scale 57-foot FGE Mechanical Reefer with Sound is a detailed model of Fruit Growers Express's classic mechanical refrigeration car. Scaled from prototype drawings and field measurements, this HO-scale reefer captures authentic dimensions and end-wall details, with factory-applied ladders, and it is fully assembled and ready to run. An onboard SoundTraxx sound option is available for added realism, and repaints may vary by road number to reflect historical roster variations.

Beyond its looks, the model features see-through protective screens on the ends, inner bulkhead, and see-through end platforms, plus two authentic exhaust stack styles—straight pipe with flapper or T-shaped smokejack—to match different eras. The underframe is fully detailed with braking components, hoses, and a fuel tank, while trainline hoses with silver ends and McHenry scale knuckle couplers enhance operation. It rolls on machined metal RP25 wheels and 100-ton roller bearing trucks, with weight added for smooth performance and a minimum radius of 18 inches (22 inches recommended). Sound-equipped versions offer adjustable volume and a random on/off cycle, and some finishes are primed for grime to provide an ideal starting point for weathering and aging to resemble in-service equipment.