A Black Hawk Warehouse

Narrow Gauge And Short Line Gazette 2008-09/10 pg. 76     Scale: HO     Author: Harry W. Brunk

The article is accompanied by photos and scale drawings of this structure in Black Hawk, Colorado.

A Depot from Two Houses

Model Railroader 2005-11 pg. 62     Scale: HO     Author: Richard Ivins

Creating a single small town depot from two Rix Products Maxwell Avenue house kits. Diagrams of the modified walls are shown as well as some construction photos.

A Hoboken-inspired Terminal

Railroad Model Craftsman 2010-11 pg. 57     Scale: HO     Author: Thomas Griffiths

The model built for the Ocean County Society of Model Railroaders club layout hints at the Hoboken, New Jersey terminal. This article describes how the author scratchbuilt this model making many castings to handle the repetitiveness of the model. Includes many model photos.

A Pennsylvania RR Scale House

Model Railroader 1985-12 pg. 134     Scale: (none)     Author: Martin C. Oetting

Scale houses are found near the throat of a yard to weigh cars as they enter or leave the yard. This article has a prototype photo and scale drawings of one such structure found in Lewistown, PA.

A Simple-to-Build Scratchbuilt On30 Engine Shed

Model Railroading 2005-07 pg. 28     Scale: (none)     Author: Tom Houle

Based on the C&NW prototype, the author built this model from plans. Although there is some scale-specific material in the article, there is no reason one can't build one in another scale using this article. Construction photos, scale drawings, and a bill of materials are included.

Abingdon Freight House

N-Scale 2002-07/08 pg. 34     Scale: N     Author: Robert L. Hundman

The author's quest to build a replica of the Abingdon area continues with the construction of the freight house. Prototype photos, scale drawings, and many construction photos accompany the article.

Abingdon Freight House

N-Scale 2002-10/11 pg. 49     Scale: N     Author: Robert L. Hundman

Learning how to cast round window treatments using Castolite.

Alvard's Landing Part 3

Narrow Gauge And Short Line Gazette 2008-11/12 pg. 32     Scale: N     Author: Robert D. Bailey

This installment covers how the author built and installed his turntable and pit.

Alvard's Landing Freight Depot

Narrow Gauge And Short Line Gazette 2008-09/10 pg. 35     Scale: N     Author: Robert D. Bailey

N-scale drawings of a freelanced freight depot.

Build a Small Brick Depot

Model Railroader 1999-12 pg. 94     Scale: HO     Author: Barry Silverthorn

Using DPM modular wall sections, the author built this small-town depot. Using these wall sections, it is possible to build a number of structures that have the same family "line", while not all being the same.

Building "HARRIS" Tower

The Keystone Modeler 75 Autumn 2010 pg. 13     Scale: HO     Author: Ed Swain

The author describes how he built the Merchandise Service kit, with many construction photos. Prototype photos are also included.

Building Varick Freight Co.

Railroad Model Craftsman 2003-08 pg. 64     Scale: HO     Author: Steve Sint

Describes how the author built the Fos Scale Limited structure.

Building a Decorative Platform Lamp

Railroad Model Craftsman 2002-02 pg. 88     Scale: HO     Author: David Leider

This articles describes how to scratchbuild a station lamp that fits the 1920's or later as it was found at the Soo Line Waupaca, Wisconsin station.

Building the IGN Depot

N-Scale 2005-11/12 pg. 28     Scale: N     Author: Kim Saign

Detailed, step-by-step instructions for how to build the Micron Art 1888 Capital City Passenger Station.

Built Like a Brick Freight House

Model Railroader 1996-10 pg. 100     Scale: HO     Author: John Nehrich

These buildings were used to transfer goods between truck and freight cars. The article describes how the author built his model, and it includes prototype photos, scaled drawings, and construction drawings.

CB&Q's Coburg, Iowa, Station

Railroad Model Craftsman 2003-07 pg. 62     Scale: (none)     Author: William C. Schaumburg

A small freight and passenger station. Contains no photos but detailed drawings.

CN Engine Foreman's Office

Railroad Model Craftsman 2010-04 pg. 52     Scale: HO     Author: Mike Chandler

This article covers how the author built a Canadian Northern Railway engine foreman's office typically found near a roundhouse. Includes a prototype photo, several model photos, scale drawings, detail close-up drawings, and a bill of materials.

Canadian National's Weston Depot

Railroad Model Craftsman 1972-10 pg. 28     Scale: (none)     Author: Julian Cavalier

Scale drawings of the depot in Weston, Ontario.

Canadian Pacific Railway Banff Station

Model Railroading 2000-12 pg. 34     Scale:      Author: Patrick Lawson

Chessie System Classic: Quinnimont

Railroad Model Craftsman 1973-09 pg. 32     Scale: (none)     Author: Roger P. Cook

This C&O depot-like structure is actually recognized by the railroad as a yard office in West Virginia. Prototype photos and scale drawings of the structure accompany the article. Includes one interior photo.

D&RGW's Wagon Wheel Gap Station

Model Railroader 1988-03 pg. 79     Scale: (none)     Author: Jim Hediger

Wagon Wheel Gap in Colorado has a remote branchline station that includes a passenger office, waiting room, freight house, and agent's living quarters. Includes prototype photos, and scale drawings.

Duluth's Endion Depot

Railroad Model Craftsman 2003-04 pg. 60     Scale: (none)     Author: James Buchanan

This small depot was originally constructed two miles north of Duluth, Minnesota serving the Duluth & Iron Range Railroad. The building was moved in 1986 to a park to make way for a freeway and to preserve it. The article includes many photos of the building and scale drawings.

From Factory to Freight House

Model Railroader 2006-01 pg. 74     Scale: HO     Author: Charlie Conway

Converting a Walthers' HO-scale Dayton Machine Co. "built-up" structure into a Pennsylvania RR freight house. Includes many detailed photos.

How to Model a Stucco Depot

Model Railroader 2005-01 pg. 66     Scale: HO     Author: Bob Foltz

Includes prototype and model photos of the Santa Fe Ry station in Lamy, New Mexico. Article covers how the author built the model from scratch, includes scale drawings, and includes a side bar on how he developed his approach to modeling stucco.

Kitbashing a C&O Cabin

Railroad Model Craftsman 2010-03 pg. 79     Scale: HO     Author: John Roberts

The author used a Korber Models kit to build a standard C&O tower. Includes photos of the completed model and prototype photos.

Kitbashing a UP Freight House

Railroad Model Craftsman 2003-02 pg. 82     Scale: HO     Author: Jim Sacco

The structure started off as the Moore & Company Warehouse kit by Life-Like. The structure was made longer than the kit intended.

Louisville Union Station

N-Scale 2003-05/06 pg. 64     Scale: N     Author: Paul J. Downs

Constructing the roof and final details.

Louisville Union Station Part 1

N-Scale 2003-03/04 pg. 20     Scale: N     Author: Paul J. Downs

A brief history of the Louisville & Nashville Railroad station in Louisville, Kentucky. The structure was started with cardstock frame, covered with Hogate & Reynolds vinyl sheeting, and includes cast resin windows.

Making Model PRR Station and Tower Signs

The Keystone Modeler 72 Winter 2010 pg. 31     Scale:      Author: Tim Garner

This article describes how to create your own PRR station and tower signs using your computer.

Modeling "KASE" Tower in HO Scale

The Keystone Modeler 72 Winter 2010 pg. 34     Scale: HO     Author: Chuck Cover

After describing his layout, the author discusses how he built the "KASE" tower in Sunbury, PA. Several construction photos accompany the article.

Modeling a Weather-beaten Wood Structure

Model Railroader 2010-04 pg. 30     Scale:      Author: Cody Grivno

This article shows how to build, paint, and weather an American Model Builders HO-scale depot. It describes appropriate wood stains, how to apply the stain, internal bracing for wood structures, how to distress the exterior, how to use a finishing pad for weathering, how to do roof weathering, and how to simulate broken glass. Also included is a sidebar on how to simulate peeling paint using rubber cement.

Modeling the Boone, Iowa, Yard Office

Railroad Model Craftsman 2007-02 pg. 57     Scale: HO     Author: Al Warren

Prototype and modeling photos, as well as scale drawings of this modern-day structure owned by the UP. It houses the yardmaster's office, crew quarters, and training center for new employees.

Modeling the EBT's Stone Yard Office

Railroad Model Craftsman 2007-01 pg. 80     Scale: HO     Author: Richard Newmiller

This structure was originally built as a farmhouse, but was soon after converted to the yard offices for the EBT's yard in Orbisonia, PA. The author describes how he took the photos, converted those photos to HO-scale, and constructed the model from those drawings. The walls were cast in plaster, and he even copied the exact layout of the random stones. A sidebar on how to scratchbuild double-hung windows is included. There are many prototype and model construction photos accompanying this article.

PRR's Welding Shop at Sodus Point, N.Y.

Model Railroader 1978-02 pg. 89     Scale:      Author: Harold Russell

A one-page article about a boxcar converted into a welding shop. Includes prototype photos and scale drawings.

Palm Springs Station

Railroad Model Craftsman 1991-07 pg. 65     Scale:      Author: John Signor

This article describes the SP passenger station in Palm Springs. Includes the area track plan, and scale drawings for the station.

Passenger Servicing Facilities Part 2

Model Railroading 2002-06 pg. 30     Scale: (none)     Author: V.S. Roseman

Pullman servicing buildings. Passenger department offices. Head end servicing. Railway Express building.

Passenger Servicing Facilities Part 3

Model Railroading 2002-07 pg. 44     Scale: HO     Author: V.S. Roseman

Their construction on your railroad. Model photos. Cleaning Passenger Cars.

Passenger Station for Grand Riviere

Model Railroader 2005-12 pg. 80     Scale: HO     Author: Jim Richards

The author used three kits to make a unique building that resembles two structures on the Alaska RR. Includes cut list, parts list, and detailed construction notes.

Piqua Crossing

Railroad Model Craftsman 1979-03 pg. 78     Scale: (none)     Author: David Oroszi

The article describes the brick interlocking tower near Piqua, Ohio where the PRR (now Conrail), Chessie, and B&O cross. Includes a track diagram of the area, and a scale diagram.

Portable Automobile Unloader

Model Railroader 1978-01 pg. 57     Scale:      Author: Harold Russell

Scale drawings and one prototype photo of the unloader found at New York Central's Little Ferry in Ridgefield, N.J.

Putting Together a Station Scene

Model Railroader 2006-01 pg. 44     Scale: N     Author: David Popp

The author shows how to build a small passenger station and position it on the layout (on curved track). Includes step-by-step photos.

RMC/Dremel Kit-bashing Award

Railroad Model Craftsman 1972-02 pg. 48     Scale: HO     Author: John P. Allen

John kitbashed several kits from different manufacturers to create this large Victorian-style passenger station/general headquarters building.

Restoring the NYS&Ws Maywood Depot

Railroad Model Craftsman 2006-09 pg. 60     Scale: (none)     Author: Ed Kaminski

Scale drawing, prototype and model photos accompany this article about how this depot was saved from the wrecking ball by railfans and industry. The depot is located in Maywood, New Jersey.

Rochester Junction Station and Storage Building

Model Railroader 1990-06 pg. 68     Scale: (none)     Author: Harold Russell

Prototype photos, scale drawings.

Scatchbuilding a Yard Office

Garden Railways 2009-04 pg. 44     Scale: G     Author: Bruce Chandler

This article describes how to build a plexiglass box, apply brick sheet to the exterior walls, and detail the structure to make a very good-looking small yard office out of it.

Scratchbuilding Midland City Part 2

N-Scale 2006-05/06 pg. 29     Scale: N     Author: Greg Jones

This installment includes completing the structure, including weathering, painting, and adding details.

Scratchbuilding NWP's Bell Springs Depot

Railroad Model Craftsman 2007-12 pg. 64     Scale: O     Author: Gus Campagna

This article describes the model of a very small depot found along the Northwestern Pacific Railroad. Scale drawings, one prototype photo, and several model close-up photos accompany the article.

Scratchbuilding Your First Wood Structure

Model Railroader 1983-07 pg. 91     Scale: HO     Author: Jim Kelly

The author takes us through the steps to build a small B&O Railroad station. Includes scale drawings, parts lists, tools list, and step-by-step instructions with photos.

Scratchbuilding a Small Wooden Freight Station/Platform

Scale Rails 2005-10 pg. 21     Scale: O     Author: Martin Brechbiel

The article includes completed model photos, scale diagrams of all sides. Includes a full description of how the author created the large advertising posters on the model.

Seaboard Coast Line Freight House

Scale Rails 2005-11 pg. 32     Scale: (none)     Author: Robert Gangwish

This structure now houses the Lake Wales Model Railroad Club. The article includes scale drawings, the history of the building, and several modern-day photos.

Small-Town Combination Depot

Model Railroader 2002-09 pg. 82     Scale: (none)     Author: Harold Russell

Wood-frame construction depot with prototype photos and N-scale drawings.

Soo Line Standard Plan

N-Scale 2005-11/12 pg. 50     Scale: (none)     Author: (none)

Shows scale drawings for a standard timber loading platform.

South Pacific Coast Railroad Passenger Shelter

Narrow Gauge And Short Line Gazette 2008-09/10 pg. 50     Scale:      Author: Gary Caviglia

Scale drawings of this passenger shelter, based on the Call of the Wild, California prototype structure.

South Pacific Coast Railroad Powder Works Freight Station

Narrow Gauge And Short Line Gazette 2008-09/10 pg. 74     Scale:      Author: Gary Caviglia

Scale drawings of this small freight station in California.

Southern Pacific's No.22 Combination Depot

Railroad Model Craftsman 1991-10 pg. 75     Scale:      Author: John Signor

This depot was an SP standard. The article shows several locations, and includes a scale drawings of both the interior and the exterior. It even includes a typical track plan.

Steilacoom Station

N-Scale 2002-11/12 pg. 20     Scale: (none)     Author: Pete Thomas & Walt Huston

Prototype, model, and construction photos and scale drawings of this station near South Puget Sound.

Suburban Station Renovation

Model Railroader 2005-02 pg. 72     Scale: O     Author: Tom Piccirillo

The author (the general manager of Micro-Mark) takes a simple Atlas O-scale structure and turns it into a DL&W station in Berkeley Heights, N.J. This kit is also available in HO and N-scale.

Sulphur Springs Depot

Railroad Model Craftsman 1996-04 pg. 70     Scale: (none)     Author: Julian Cavalier

This depot was built by the Tampa Northern Railroad in 1926 in North Tampa, Florida. Prototype photos and scale drawings are included.

The Abingdon Depot

N-Scale 2003-07/08 pg. 44     Scale: N     Author: Robert L. Hundman

Fixing a gable roof mistake and adding many details to the structure.

The Abingdon Depot Part I

N-Scale 2003-03/04 pg. 36     Scale: N     Author: Robert L. Hundman

The project starts with the roof.

The Abingdon Depot Part II

N-Scale 2003-05/06 pg. 36     Scale: N     Author: Robert L. Hundman

Start of construction: building walls, windows, and casting small details.

The Erie Railroad's Marion Diesel Shop Part I

Railroad Model Craftsman 2009-01 pg. 76     Scale:      Author: Preston Cook

This article covers the first EMD-designed shop in Marion, Ohio. Many photos of its like-new condition are included with the article. The shop was designed for the FT engines, but they soon discovered that the newer engines couldn't quite fit, and so modifications were made over time.

The Erie's Prefabricated Honesdale Freight Station

Railroad Model Craftsman 2002-08 pg. 60     Scale: HO     Author: Robert E. Mohowski

Prototype photos and scale drawings.

The LaPointe Depot

Railroad Model Craftsman 2008-11 pg. 52     Scale: HO     Author: Gerry Leone

This article describes how the author scratchbuilt this depot, which has the same color scheme as the other depots on his layout. Includes a side bar on how to make the fish scale shingles used for the structure's roof. Scale drawings and many construction photos are also included.

The NYO&W's Ellenville, N.Y. Depot

Railroad Model Craftsman 2002-09 pg. 61     Scale: (none)     Author: Robert Mohowski, Joe Bux

Prototype photos and full-size N-scale drawings.

The Pacific Motor Trucking Co.

Model Railroader 1990-02 pg. 80     Scale: (none)     Author: Harry Bonham

Article includes prototype photos, track plan, and scale drawings of this structure in Eugene, OR.

The Story of Chicago Park

Railroad Model Craftsman 1991-03 pg. 73     Scale:      Author: Herman Darr, Keith Everett

Describes the history of this small station in rural California. Includes track arrangement, prototype photos, and scale drawings. Also described is the nearby water tower.

The Utica Freight House

Model Railroader 1996-10 pg. 107     Scale:      Author: Harold Russell

This article describes the New York, Ontario & Western freight house in Utica, N.Y., and includes prototype photos, scale drawings, and a track plan.

Western Maryland's Cumberland Station

Model Railroader 2000-01 pg. 134     Scale: (none)     Author: Harold Russell

A magnificent station reborn as a museum and tourist railway terminal. Includes prototype photos and scale drawings.

When Things Aren't There Anymore: The Midvale, Pa. Freight House

The Keystone Modeler 74 Summer 2010 pg. 34     Scale:      Author: Ron Hoess

Researching a structure that no longer exists. The author then shows how he built a model of the freight house.