50' RBL Plate B Offset Door Box Car
Prototype Information
The RBL boxcar, or Refrigerator, Bunkerless, equipped with Load restraining equipment, was introduced in the late 1960s to meet the needs of shippers. The RBL boxcar was designed to protect cargo from extreme temperatures and the elements without the use of mechanical heating or refrigeration equipment.
Here are some details about the RBL boxcar:
Features
The RBL boxcar had heavy interior insulation, cushioned underframes, and a 16′ wide door opening for easier loading and unloading.
Uses
The RBL boxcar was used to transport delicate items like canned goods, bottled products, and foodstuffs. It was also used by shippers of finished lumber like wood veneers.
Classification
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) classified the RBL boxcar as Refrigerator, Bunkerless, equipped with Load restraining equipment.
Popularity
The RBL boxcar was found on almost every railroad in North America during its lifetime.
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Moloco HO 50′ RBL Plate B Boxcar, Offset Door Triangle Pacific
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Moloco HO 50′ RBL Plate B Boxcar, Offset Door Southern Pacific “Repaint SAC 5-79, 9-79”
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