Perma-Bilt Models American Refrigerator Transit Co (ART) Steel, Riveted (Ice) Refrigerator Cars
Prototype Info
Car Type:
steel, riveted (ice)
Length:
50'
Car Owner:
American Refrigerator Transit Co (ART)
Lessee:
Wabash (WAB)
Model Manufacturer Info
Manufacturer:
Perma-Bilt Models
Manufacturer ID:
9111
Gauge:
S
Year Introduced:
1952
Road Number(s):
1123
Product Type:
wood & metal kit
Finish:
pre-printed
Wheels:
scale or hi-rail
Couplers:
AF; support for Kadee scale couplers (not included)
Supplemental:
(image copyright © Bob Hogan; used by permission)
Bob Hogan got this model second-hand and had to essentially re-create the sides to make them look like the originals as much as possible, because they were in really bad condition. The paint on these models flakes off after a while. He added some Pacific Rail Shops details, Grandt Line AB brake system components, and door hinges.