Rolling Stock Kits & Conversions
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This is a laser cut craftsman kit with parts that model the metal panel roof of the prototype. It features individually applied ladders with wire rungs, cut levers, a detailed interior and more. It is designed to use Grandt Line On2 or On30 trucks. For On30 we suggest Kadee #47 or #27 couplers and #242 boxes. Check out how it looks behind a Bachmann Forney, and modeled with open doors, or bashed into something completely different! Price: $72.50 less trucks, couplers, & decals.
Detail packs for the above boxcar kit are available separately. These include NBWs, door latches, hangers & stops, brake staff fittings & wheel, turnbuckles, queenposts, stirrups, eyebolts, & rivets. $8.50.
HOn30/HOn2 Monson 26' Boxcar - all variants. This is the most accurate and detailed wood craftsman kit for an HOn30/HOn2 boxcar ever offered by anyone. Using the comprehensive assembly instructions and original research data provided in the kit, any one of the 8 Monson prototypes can be modeled. Features include a detailed interior, underbody brake detail, and a simulated metal panel roof. See the test builds here in a new window. Part #: M26B-HO. Price: $32.95. Direct sales only.*
* Trucks, couplers, and decals are not included. "Tuned" Grandt Line trucks are available from B&F Hobby. MicroTrains 1015 couplers recommended. Built weight: 1/2 ounce.
Our HOn2/HOn30 Monson 26' flatcar kit has been improved. All major pieces are laser cut for both time savings in assembly, and accuracy. Detail parts are included* to assist you in modeling any one of Monson's eight 26' long 2' gauge flatcars. Original research data about these cars is condensed in the 9 pages of instructions. This is a fine craftsman kit that will build into a contest quality car. Part #: MONSON-26F. Price: $24.95. Direct sales only.
* Trucks, couplers, and decals are not included. "Tuned" Grandt Line trucks are available from B&F Hobby. MicroTrains 1025 couplers recommended for operation.
Shown above is a example of the replacement deck now available for the Chivers HOn30 flatcars. The conversion includes a laser cut deck and a new laser cut styrene sub-floor. Part number CF30. Price: $5.25.
Westco/Loren's Hobby HOn30 Flatcar Deck
As shown above, a similar deck is now available for the Westco/Loren's Hobby HOn30 frames. These consist only of a laser cut wood deck. Part number WC30. Price: $4.25.
Special! While stock remains - WC30 decks $1.80 each in bulk packs of 5 or more. Includes FREE 1st class mail shipping in the USA! Direct sales only.
