Railroad Buffs, 1940's Preco Railroad Box Car Heaters - $100 (Plainfield, CT.)

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condition: excellent

make / manufacturer: Preco

model name / number: GB-6

size / dimensions: 21 inches high

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The 1940's Preco model GB-6 automatic refrigerator heaters were made in Los Angelos, California and run on Methanol or Isopropano, (Alcohol). The heaters are thermostatic controlled. The heaters were used to keep produce from freezing in ice filled box cars on their trip from California to the mid-west. The units weigh 37 lbs. each, are 21" tall and 14" in diameter. One GB-6 heater has a brass tag, Burlington 3244 PA-9063. The other GB6 brass tag reads Western Fruit Express PA-9063. $100.00 each. show contact info . Anytime.

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posted: 2026-05-15 09:16

updated: 2026-10-19 15:13

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Railroad Buffs, 1940's Preco Railroad Box Car Heaters - antiques -...

The 1940's Preco model GB-6 automatic refrigerator heaters were made in Los Angelos, California and run on Methanol or Isopropano, (Alcohol). The heaters are thermostatic controlled. The heaters...