MORTON Running Board
Morton brake steps were
shown as early as 1922 in the Car Builders Cyclopedia. However, it was not until the ARA
accepted metal running boards on a case-by-case basis in 1932 that this
manufacturer’s item could have been put into use. As car building in the early thirties came very close to a
standstill, the Morton running board was not significantly used any earlier
than the late 30’s, and even then was a less popular option. Most installations were on postwar
house cars after the AAR recommended “other than steel” in 1944. This component features a styrene PRS
Morton running board with polyurethane resin latitudinal extensions and brake
step. The modeler must supply roof
handholds and end supports. SRCC
offers kits for the following roads that purchased cars with this running
board: NP and SP&S.