First Look: Athearn reefer - 2
The 10th is a rebuilt, or modernized version, which replaces
the original skid-mounted engine-generator mechanical re-
frigerator unit with a trailer-style bulkhead mounted unit. The
modernized version is easily distinguished by a missing roof
panel above the new reefer unit.
Models available now include four road numbers each of as-
built BNFE “Western Fruit Express” in green, Fruit Growers Ex-
press in FGCX “Reefer Yellow,” and FGMR “Solid Cold” in white.
Modernized reefers are available in UP/ARMN white and BNSF
mineral red “Western Fruit Express,” both with six road num-
bers. Each road number is available with or without sound. The
models are equipped with truck- or body-mounted brake sys-
tems as appropriate for each version. McHenry scale knuckle
couplers in screw-secured draft gear are standard.
2: Underframe and brake details.
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MRH-Jul 2013
