Rail vehicle modeling ideas and prototypes. Special emphasis on On30 and the Bachmann On30 Rail Truck.
Wednesday, January 17, 2007
Prototype: UK12
UK12 is the world's first dedicated CPT rail truck. It has a central turntable mechanism, which lifts the whole rig in the air and allows it to be spun round 360 degrees. This means it can easily gain access to the track from most access points.
A railcar is a self-propelled railroad vehicle designed to transport passengers. The term "Railcar" is usually used in reference to a train consisting of a single coach.
During the end of the steam era many railroads were economically forced to look for ways to save money - rail trucks, rail cars and rail buses were an economical way to move small amounts of passengers and freight.
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