Freight Car Trucks By Miniature Machine

Key Info

Model Manufacturer:

Miniature Machine

Category:

freight car

Name:

Arch Bar Truck

Bearings:

solid/friction

Wheelbase:

5'6"

Model Info

Intended For:

scale

Sprung:

Equalized:

Truck Material:

brass

Truck Finish:

unpainted

Wheels:

33"

Finish:

unpainted

Material:

steel

Model Notes:

This was the first S-scale truck to feature code 110 wheels (before the NASG standards were changed). This advancement by Barney Daehler was driven by the compatibility problems on S/Sn3 dual-gauge track with the old 1950s NMRA standards for track and wheels. These truck kits included beautifully-detailed lost-wax brass sideframes, a stamped-brass bolster, stamped-brass spring planks, and code 110 steel wheels. Brake shoes weren't provided, but the sideframes have brackets for mounting them; plastic brakes from San Juan Details (former Grandt Line On3) would be best for avoiding the risk of shorts.

The model shown in the photo has the gentle patina of rust on the wheel treads after several decades, even after being kept in a dehumidified room.