3-part set of 2-axle refrigerated cars Hgb (2 x without brake van,
1 x with), "UK" vehicle limit line, in white livery with red stripe
of the FS, Era IIIa
In 1931, the FS began the construction of a large group of
refrigerated cars of the Hgb type, which were intended for the
transport of perishable food to Great Britain and were derived from
the typical Italian "slanted roof" refrigerated cars that were
already well-known throughout Europe at that time.
In addition, the refrigerated cars of English design were also
easily recognizable by their livery, as they featured a visible red
band on the sides and the large logo with the anchor, indicating
the possibility of a ferry.
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