Model Railroading > Trailer Train Flat Car

Here's my 60' Trailer Train wooden deck flat car, just finished. I got it as an undecorated kit. One big problem with it is that it is waaayyy underweight at 7/8 oz. I don't have the load installed yet (a Herpa excavator), but I don't think even that will make it heavy enough to run reliably.

I have to tell you that the true inspiration for me to try this came from a similar car that Nick over at theweatheringshop.com or tws-rustbucket.com did last year.

Jim

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I have had that problem also, so I just add a beefed up load to make the weight.

I see that I posted a picture with the car de-railed at one end.

Jim

Beautiful work, as usual. You are quite an artist!

I presume you are aware of the availability of tungsten weights (often sold for Pinewood Derby cars) which are ideal for your application due to tungsten's extremely high density.

Warren

Beautiful modeling, on the car and the scenery around it!

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Jimmies work is always fantastic. Wish he would make Youtube videos or give lessons.

Mark
Salem, Oregon

Very nice weathering as usual! I added weight to my car about 20 years ago and it now weighs 3.74 oz. No matter what size train, I usually run it within the rear five cars and never have issues......

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Looks great! I did one two a few years ago. I've since added reflective tape but don't have a newer picture. It is fun getting the deck to look aged. I used oil paints for this one.

That street trackage also looks really good.



Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 06/17/18 13:44 by inCHI.

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