You are looking at a classic postwar Lionel accessory remade by Lionel in the 1990s.
It is compatible with all of your O gauge brands such as MTH, K-Line, Williams, and more.
When the button is pressed the little figure moves forward and shoves the ice cubes into the waiting car. Best to use it with an ice car that has the sliding top, but you could also have it throw the ice into a gondola or hopper. Check out our other listings for an ice car.
Lionel made quite a few of the ice cars in different road names in the modern era. This one is from the 1990s and has the orange, gray and red color scheme. With these colors, I've often thought it would be perfect with Southern Pacific (Daylight) or Hiawatha trains!
CONDITION: C-7. There is cracking around the screw hole on the side. Parts bag has not been opened. It is all here including paperwork. Box shows wear with some edge wear, creases, and sticker residue.