Here’s a preview of
a resin On30 box-
car under develop-
ment by
Boulder
Valley Models
. According to
BVM owner Dallas
Mallerich, the design
of the 18’ single- sheathed car was inspired by low-riding
U.S. Army cars that once rode the rails of the East Broad Top.
Details on availability and pricing will be announced soon.
San Juan Car Company
) has new detail
parts for narrow gauge C-16 Consolidation locomotives that
are suitable for either On3 or On30 models. Available in lim-
ited quantities are both fluted and round dome sets (the sets
include both steam and sand domes), tender air tank, loco-
motive bell, sander details, and a tool box. Also available are
Jackson & Sharp passenger car parts including car sides and
ends, floor and clerestory roof sets, sides and ends with (early)
round top windows, duckbill roofs, and end fascia. For addi-
tional information including pricing go to
Morgan Hill Models
) has introduced
two new kits for 16’ On30 scale flat cars with special loads. The
new kits (next page) are for an Industrial Water Car (left) and
a three-tank Fuel Oil Car (right). The kits are composed of cast
resin frame and detail components, plus basswood for decking
and supports. The instructions include suggestions for painting,
staining and weathering. The kits are priced at $29.95 each.
Note that the Morgan Hill kits do not include decals, trucks, or
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