NOTE: Though not all of my models have download pages, most files are for sale. Get in touch if you’re interested!
Union Pacific Horse-Baggage-Auto
As the name suggests, these head end cars transported horses and automobiles across the UP system. This bulky cargo was loaded in one of the ends through distinctive full width doors. These cars had a number of side door variations across similar series, and I’ve modeled three variations representing car numbers 1766, 1786, and 1792.
| Purchase Options: |
| Digital download (STL): $20 |
| Order shell from Tom (contact form) |
Amfleet I Coach and Cafe
I like to tell people I named this company ‘First Person Scale Models’ because my projects are only economical if I’m the first person to make them. So then why would I model the ubiquitous Amfleet, as already produced by both Walthers and Bachmann? Firstly, because a customer commissioned me to, but research revealed that both RTR models have fairly serious inaccuracies, and their limited availability and high cost may make printed models desirable for someone who already owns a printer and is not afraid to paint them themselves. As a result, I did my best to do justice to these cars that many of us (including myself) have spent so much time riding. Plus, these models will give me a head start on a number of possible future projects, like Metroliners, Cab cars, and the SPV-2000
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| Digital download (STL): $15 |
| Order shell from 3DP Train: $164.99 |
I’ve developed a heavyweight passenger car base model that can be adapted into a number of different prototypes. I can also use this base to easily make parts that are compatible with Walthers heavyweights (for example, sides, roofs, ends). Below are a few models designed using this base. I hope to design a similar base for streamlined cars soon if there’s interest.
C&O/CGW/C&NW Combine
This C&O/CGW/C&NW Combine is available to purchase for $69.00 directly from Tom, another model railroad 3D printing entrepreneur, who commissioned the models. You can contact him here. The model uses IHC trucks.
| Purchase Options: |
| Order shell from Tom (contact form): $69.00 |
GN RPO/Baggage
The modular design of my heavyweight base allows cars to be designed in parts which can interface with Walthers cars. For example, a shortened Walthers heavyweight floor could replace the above printed floor, and a modified Walthers roof can be substituted as well. This opens up a new realm of possibilities for those who want to modify their Walthers cars with unique roofs, ends, etc. Also note the steps, which are printed as one piece with the car shell.
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| None at this time |
Delaware and Hudson Well Flats 16160-16164
Finished and painted examples of this model are now being offered by Accurate Custom Finishing! ACF requested a couple of unique loads, so I modeled a generic wheel or pulley and a Francis turbine runner. I also made liberal use tapered holes to create the illusion that the deck is much thinner than it really is. Look around in the 3D view to experience it yourself! Another unintended benefit is that one could actually secure loads to the deck with the right size nails.
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| Contact ACF |
NASA Special Flat Car
This model was originally offered by Out of the Box Models in N scale. It was resized to HO scale and modified to accept HO trucks, couplers, and separate brake wheel. These unique cars were used on the NASA Railroad during the Shuttle Program to transport Solid Rocket Booster (SRB) skirts.
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| Digital download (STL): $15 |
Southern Pacific 40-BP-15-1 Postal-Baggage
Catchy name, right? This model was originally offered by Out of the Box Models in N scale. This model is resized to HO scale and modified to accept Walthers trucks and HO couplers as well as separate wire grab irons. This model also includes a detailed interior, which is is a part of the car sides and floor. The roof is a separate removable part.
| Purchase Options: |
| Digital download (STL): $15 |
NCDOT Passenger Cars
One might think that I could pretty easily expand my business by offering to design and print more than just model railroad-related items. On the contrary, I find that the bulk of my repeat customers are interested in the ultra-niche, even by model railroading standards. One such group are the hardcore modelers of the NCDOT commuter railroad in North Carolina. The prototype uses a mix of rebuilt 50s and 60s passenger equipment as well as older EMD commuter power. The .STL files for some of these rebuilt cars are available for download, as well as .STEP files that enable you to easily alter the window configuration and recreate other unique prototypes.
| Purchase Options: |
| Digital download (STEP and STL): $15 |