Lionel Operating Train Society
www.lots-trains.org

"There is great pleasure in operating Lionel^® and Lionel^® compatible toy trains and accessories!"

   LOTS is proud to offer a   never-before-manufactured-by- Lionel, ROBIN HOOD BEER CAR Commemorating our 32^nd Annual Convention in Omaha, NE.  The strong graphics and the iconic image of ROBIN HOOD make this billboard-style boxcar a MUST HAVE addition to the roster of LOTS cars.
   The practice of painting advertisements on the freight cars of shippers and car owners dates back into the 19^th century. Between 1920 and 1937, there was an explosion of car leasing and a corresponding explosion of billboard decoration of refrigerator cars. Railroad objections, especially to the usage payment rebates, led to hearings before the Interstate Commerce Commission which, in 1937, banned most of the leasing practices which had generated the car leasing bonanza. After World War II, a restrained billboard style made a modest comeback.
   The LOTS ROBIN HOOD BEER CAR represents a significant product of Omaha's business and industry between 1933 and 1938. During this time, the Fontenelle Brewing Company brewed Robin Hood Beer, and production continued under the Metz Brewing Company until the 1960's. Robin Hood Beer was a fixture in the Midwest and as far west as Denver, Colorado. 
   This Standard O-Scale double-sheathed boxcar is 11-1/2" long and features opening doors, die-cast sprung trucks and operating couplers, separately applied metal underframe details, simulated wood-sheathed exterior, steam era Fishbelly-style underframe with separately applied metal details, simulated wood-sheathed exterior, and operation on O-31 and larger curves.
   ROBIN HOOD is a part of many LOTS Members' imaginations and education.  Don't miss out – add the LOTS 2011 Convention Car to your toy train collection today! 

Anticipated shipping date: Your order will ship within 10 business days.

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