Cleveland Model & Supply General American (GAEX) Wood Sheathed (Ice) Refrigerator Cars
Prototype Info
Car Type:
wood sheathed (ice)
Year/Era:
1932
Volume:
1586cuft
Car Owner:
General American (GAEX)
Lessee:
Swift Refrigerator Line (SRLX)
Model Manufacturer Info
Manufacturer:
Cleveland Model & Supply
Manufacturer ID:
R-13
Additional IDs:
SR138
Gauge:
S
Year Introduced:
1946
Road Number(s):
1942
Product Type:
wood & cardstock kit
Finish:
pre-printed
Wheels:
not included
Couplers:
not included
Supplemental:
Supplemental:
Notes:
The sides and ends are made of cardstock. The "R" model ID was shown in the 1946 catalog. The "SR" model ID was shown in the 1949 catalog.
(image copyright © Bob Werre; used by permission)
The model was owned by Jack Troxell at the time of photography.
(image copyright © Bob Hogan; used by permission)
The original sides, with product number, company name, and general instructions printed in the area to be removed by the modeler.