The Pennsylvania Railroad (PRR) was one of the largest and most influential railroad companies in the United States. In the early 20th century, PRR introduced a new type of passenger car known as the "Corrugated Passenger Car." These cars were unique because of their distinctive corrugated exterior, which provided increased strength and durability while reducing weight.
The PRR's corrugated passenger cars were designed by William F. Kiesel Jr. and were first introduced in 1905. The cars were built at PRR's Altoona Works in Pennsylvania and were initially used for both long-distance and commuter services. The corrugated design was not only functional but also gave the cars a distinctive and modern appearance.
The corrugated passenger cars were well-received by the public and were considered a significant innovation in passenger rail travel. The design was so successful that other railroad companies soon began to adopt the corrugated design for their own passenger cars.
The Pennsylvania Railroad continued to use the corrugated passenger cars for many years, and they became a symbol of the company's commitment to innovation and passenger comfort. While the cars are no longer in use today, they remain an important part of railroad history and a testament to the ingenuity of the Pennsylvania Railroad.
The Kato #106-1504
PRR Corrugated Passenger Car Set A includes four cars: a RPO (Railway Post Office), a diner, a slumbercoach, and an observation car. Each car is made of high-quality plastic, with plastic trucks, knuckle couplers, and metal wheels.
There is a short video demonstration run of these cars here: PRR Corregated Passenger Set A in mp4 format.
