Lionel at-6905

ICING PLATFORM KIT BUILDING

 

Before mechanical refrigeration, ice was the primary method of cooling perishables. Loading blocks of ice into the rooftop hatches of solid reefer trains would be a daunting task were it not for the construction of icing platforms that brought the ice up to car height for speedier icing and re-icing of the trains. Icing platforms on the major refrigerator routes were often quite extensive - some measured 50 car lengths. The ice house was usually attached to the platforms to provide an ice supply that could be accessed quickly. Features includes
  • Designed for modular construction - any length can be created by combining additional platform kits
  • Raised platform that will accomodate two 40' reefer cars
  • Lower level platform for side door loading
  • End ladder
  • Overall dimensions: 37"L x 4"W x 6"H
  • Companion Ice House dimensions: 14"L x 6"W x 9"H

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