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Applying Lessons from the Prototype Layout Design & Planning Model Railroader Bo
Applying Lessons from the Prototype by Tony Koester 2020 Model Railroader Books
Layout Design and Planning
Applying Lessons From the Prototype
Model Railroader Books
By Tony Koester
Soft Cover
111 Pages
Copyright 2020
Contents
Introduction
Something old into something new4
Chapter 1 Pragmatic prototype modeling
Everyone has to make compromises6
Chapter 2 Find pieces of the puzzle
Planning a prototype-based layout is simply a matter of finding the right parts18
Chapter 3 When "to scale" is too big
Selective compression and even smaller scale models may save the day28
Chapter 4 Modeling detour moves
They're a good excuse to model and employ foreign road power36
Chapter 5 Variety through used and foreign-road equipment
Like modeling detour moves, it offers a chance to model something different48
Chapter 6 Choosing a prototypeor base prototype
Maybe a branch, regional, or short line will fill the bill60
Chapter 7 Modeling as a time machine
Visiting "Yesterday" is not just for virtual-reality simulations70
Chapter 8 An easier approach to prototype-based freelancing
Looking to prototype examples is still the key76
Chapter 9 Correcting misimpressions
Some things aren't what they seemothers aren't as difficult as they seem88
Chapter 10 Towns by the names and numbers
Delivering cars to consignees is easy when there's a system96
Chapter 11 Guidance from the professionals
Talking to a professional railroader is invaluable100
Chapter 12 Lineside details
The little things really do count104
Chapter 13 Modeling grades
Consider how model engines deal with going both up and down hill108
On the Back Cover
All model railroaders want to create layouts that realistically capture prototype railroads in appearance and operations. Applying Lessons from the Prototype provides tips and guidelines for improving your layout, whether you are modeling a specific railroad and era or freelancing a model railroad. You'll learn how to selectively compress large buildings and scenes and how to capture the small details that give scenes a realistic feel.
Whether you're planning a new layout or looking to improve an existing one, you'll find ideas for:
Realistically modeling foreign-road equipment
Operating based on prototype examples
Effectively combining backdrops and structures
Learning from professional railroaders
Improving the aesthetics of your layout space
Tracking down information on railroads, structures, and scenes
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