Northwest Model Railroad Co. Undecorated Steel-sheathed, Single-door Box Cars

Model Manufacturer Info

Manufacturer:

Northwest Model Railroad Co.

Prototype Info

Style:

steel-sheathed, single-door

Length:

40'

Model Info

Gauge:

Product Type:

brass kit

Finish:

unpainted

Wheels:

not included

Couplers:

not included

Decals:

included

Notes:

This kit is unique in that the sides are made from very thin brass that is die-punched to simulate the panel seams and rivet detail. The sides come mounted on 1/16" card stock. The result is fairly crude by today's standards. The balance of the kit consists of a milled roof, basswood strips, milled wood bolsters, white-metal Miller 5/5/5 panel ends, white-metal Superior 6' doors, white-metal AB brake details and steel grab irons. Formed brass door guides and brass pins for attaching both the guides and end steps are also included.

See the next photo for the completed model.

Bob Hogan's model has had Pacific Rail Shops' details added to the base model. See the next photo for the finished model.

See the previous photo for the built, but unpainted version.