Rolling Stock

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

#1786
#1766
#1792
Full width end door detail

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

Car end detail
Cafe interior

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

Purchase Options:
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.

Purchase Options:
STL Download: $15

Delaware and Hudson Well Flats 16160-16164

Finished model by Accurate Custom Finishing (defunct)
With large pulley load
With Francis turbine runner load

Finished and painted examples of this model were previously offered by Accurate Custom Finishing, which has now ceased operations. 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. I had previous arrangements from ACF not to sell the model, but given they will no longer be doing so, I may be able to offer it here soon (stay tuned!).


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. Recently I was able to see the prototype preserved at the Gold Coast Railroad Museum in Miami, and was happy to learn that the museum staff were already fans of my model!

Purchase Options:
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