Kibri - 37740 - Container, 20 Foot, Corrugated, Dry - Various

Specific Item Information: "N 20 ft high cube container, 6 pieces" Kit. Inland high cube container Htt 6/251. More and more containers are used for consolidated transports on streets, tracks and water. L 3.8 x W 1.5 x H 1.8 cm

Prototype History: Given the prevalence of 40 foot containers in the global shipping/maritime industry, the 20 foot container was a logical choice for smaller cargoes. Given that exactly two 20 foot containers can stack on or be stacked on a 40 foot container, these little brothers are a no-brainer for smaller loads. Cargo ships specially designed for 40 foot containers can usually handle these smaller units without specialized loading equipment or facilities.

Dry containers are meant for non-refrigerated goods and hence are the most common type.

Corrugation in the construction of these containers yields much greater strength (just like with corrugated cardboard for boxes) but is more expensive to fabricate. Due to the extra strength granted by the corrugation, this is a popular type for overseas use.

Road Name History: This set of items is comprised of more than one name. Please look at the component items for details on the specific roadnames and/or manufacturers.

Brand/Importer Information: Kibri was a European model manufacturer. They were most prolific in HO scale (1:87) but also made many structures and layouts-in-a-box in N Scale. They also dabbled in Z Scale in the early 1980s. At some point, Kibri was acquired by Viessmann and continues to operate as a subsidiary.