refrigerator car
railroad vehicle
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A refrigerator car is a type of freight car designed to transport perishable goods. These specialized railroad vehicles are heavily insulated and equipped with cooling systems to maintain low temperatures, making them ideal for carrying fresh meats, fruits, and vegetables over long distances. In British English, they are often referred to as refrigerator vans. These cars are a variation of the enclosed boxcar, adapted to protect sensitive cargo from spoilage due to temperature fluctuations.123
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