UP/BNSF Powder River Basin

In late 2002 I began my first N scale model railroad.  It was an "L" shape design, completely freelanced, however, the theme was based on the Powder River Basin area in Eastern Wyoming.  I completed the layout in 2003 and later sold it to begin a new project.  In addition, I purchased my very first digital camera, which started my model railroad photography experiences.  It was a Canon Elph and a whopping 3.2 megapixels!  As you will see in this photo album, I was just learning how to use the various settings.  This model railroad represents a humble beginning, but a significant accomplishment that would springboard me to future achievements.  

Click on the link below to go to my very first model railroad photo gallery:
N Scale UP/BNSF Powder River Basin Model Railroad
Model Railroad Specifications:
  • Theme: UP/BNSF Joint Trackage in the Powder River Basin of Eastern Wyoming
  • Dimension: 54" x 76", "L" shape
  • Benchwork: open grid 1"x4" construction with cookie cutter subroadbed
  • Track Plan: figure "8" mainline with reverse loop, 12" minimum radius curves
  • Track: Atlas Code 55 flex track and #7 switches + Caboose Ind. ground throws
  • Electric: DC with 4 blocks, operated via toggle switches on a centralized control panel
  • Scenery: cardboard/plastercloth hard shell, Woodland Scenics foam and ballast
  • The flood loader structure is made by Walthers + a scratch built crusher building
  • Completed in 2003, and sold later that year

Subscribe to: Posts (Atom)