Complete prototype descriptions and modeling tips will help any modeler explore this dynamic trend. Railroads, both prototype and model, have witnessed a dramatic revolution in the way they carry freight. The expansive 53-foot trailers and uniform containerized loads that now ride the rails are the result of changes that began in the late 1800s, when farmers' wagons were first chained onto flatcars. Jeff Wilson's must-have book uses detailed photographs and illustrations to explain this dynamic aspect of railroading. Includes an up-to-date history of intermodal equipment and operations. Features insightful photos and descriptions of phototype intermodal railcars, loads, and yard equipment. Presents well-illustrated tips, techniques, and instructions for modeling intermodal transportation on a layout of any scale. Provides a list of available HO and N scale intermodal equipment.
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Good prototype info,
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This review is from: The Model Railroader's Guide to Intermodal Equipment and Operations (Paperback)
The references cite Randy Lee's Intermodal Modeler's Guide Vols 1 & 2, and there is little overlap in content between the three books. This book gives more the high level view, and makes sense of how the prototypes evolved through the last seventy years --particularly as states kept passing legislation allowing longer and longer truck cargo bodies. Well illustrated, with many pictures of prototypes demonstrating how the technology kept changing and improving.Living near the Port of Oakland with APL's huge ship to rail operation, I wish there was some coverage of the ship offloading process getting it to rail, which would be interesting to model (particularly those huge overhead cranes). Also, while the early history section covered wagons being carried on flatcars by early electric traction lines, it ignored the early use of canal boats as "containers" hauled by steam engines on flat cars after being towed up a ramp. Still, I found a lot of interesting history here, mostly from 1950 on. Definately the best choice for armchair reading on container shipping, and does an excellent job of presenting a coherent story of technology evolution and pointing out equipment technology details of importance to modelers in different time periods from 1950 on.
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Excellent volume for using in modeling TOFC operations,
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This review is from: The Model Railroader's Guide to Intermodal Equipment and Operations (Paperback)
I am a model railroader who models the northeast. One of the features in that area you need to capture to do this well, is intermodal operations. This book offers a great resource on how to create a realistic model intermodal facility. Granted, the book was written in 1999, and as a result, references products no longer for sale. Still, if you are looking for advice on how to model on of these operations this is the source to look to when you have questions. Gte and build a real intermodal facility for your layout.
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The Model Railroader's Guide to Intermodal Equipment & Operations,
By a model railroader (Sycamore, Illinois, USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Model Railroader's Guide to Intermodal Equipment and Operations (Paperback)
Appears to be a good book for someone just getting into Intermodal. The book was easy to read, follow and informative for the beginner. However, I would have liked to see more pictures of actual Intermodal Hubs. There was only a bit of information that was a little confusing. Still, I would recommend this book for the beginner. The book is out of print and is a little pricey.
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WITH TODAY'S solid trains of double-stack container cars, it can be hard to remember that not too long ago boxcars ruled the rails. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
piggyback flatcars, fixed hitches, container pedestals, piggyback service, spine car, pup trailers, plastic kit, liquid plastic cement, piggyback cars, articulated cars, domestic containers, reporting marks, corner castings, piggyback trailers, metal kit, slack action, rub rails, center sill, solid trains, highway trailers, side loaders, hobby knife, member railroads, grimy black, trailer wheels Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Trailer Train, Polly Scale, Burlington Northern, New York, Details West, General American, Southern Pacific, Pennsylvania Railroad, American President Lines, Chicago Great Western, Liquid Nails, New Haven, North Western, American Car, Norfolk Southern, Union Pacific, United Parcel Service, All-Purpose Husky-Stack, West Coast, Eastern Illinois, Front Runner New!
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WITH TODAY'S solid trains of double-stack container cars, it can be hard to remember that not too long ago boxcars ruled the rails. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
piggyback flatcars, fixed hitches, container pedestals, piggyback service, spine car, pup trailers, plastic kit, liquid plastic cement, piggyback cars, articulated cars, domestic containers, reporting marks, corner castings, piggyback trailers, metal kit, slack action, rub rails, center sill, solid trains, highway trailers, side loaders, hobby knife, member railroads, grimy black, trailer wheels Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Trailer Train, Polly Scale, Burlington Northern, New York, Details West, General American, Southern Pacific, Pennsylvania Railroad, American President Lines, Chicago Great Western, Liquid Nails, New Haven, North Western, American Car, Norfolk Southern, Union Pacific, United Parcel Service, All-Purpose Husky-Stack, West Coast, Eastern Illinois, Front Runner New!
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Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Index | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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- Pennsylvania Railroad (Railroad Color History) by Mike Schafer on page 22, and page 58
- Track Planning for Realistic Operation by John H. Armstrong in Back Matter
- The Container Revolution by Matt Hannes in Back Matter
- How to Build Realistic Model Railroad Scenery, Third Edition (Model Railroader Books) by Dave Frary on page 63
- Painting and Weathering Railroad Models by Jeff Wilson in Back Matter
- Trackside Scenes You Can Model by Jim Kelly on page 9
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