Morning Sun Books Inc 6484 Open-Top Loads: Flatcar and Gondola Color Portfolio -- Volume 2 (Softcover)

Morning Sun Books Inc presents the 6484 Open Top Loads: Flatcar and Gondola Color Portfolio Volume 2. This is a real goldmine for those into modeling freight car loads. 'Open-Top Load' refers to handling products or commodities on flatcars or in gondolas. These items are often too big or bulky for boxcars, or they're loose, low - cost materials not fit for hopper cars. This volume showcases large color photos of gondolas and flatcars with such loads, mostly from the 1960s to 1980s. Each volume is distinct based on the carried product or commodity, with different AAR requirements for bracing, banding or other special instructions. Volume 2 covers a wide range of loads like cranes, crates, boxes, cylinders, earth - moving equipment, farm vehicles, girders, logs, and loose materials. It comes in a softcover edition with 96 pages.

This book is great for those interested in modeling freight car loads. To use it, simply flip through the pages and get inspiration from the large color photos. Notice the different loads on flatcars and gondolas, and how they're arranged. When using the ideas for your own models, make sure to follow the AAR requirements for bracing and banding mentioned in the book. As for maintenance, keep the softcover book in a dry place to prevent it from getting damaged. Avoid getting it wet or exposing it to direct sunlight for long periods. If it gets dirty, you can gently wipe it with a dry cloth. That way, you can enjoy this valuable resource for a long time.