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Magazine Articles By Jim Hertzog

Detailing Reading's GP40-2

The author modeled this engine using the Athearn GP40-2. The article includes prototype and model photos, and a parts list.

From Plan to Reality

This 30 x 40 foot layout models the Reading Co. in Pennsylvania between 1952 and 1957. It features stacking staging at either end of the layout in a peninsula area.

Modeling L&HR's RS3's

This article describes the history of the Lehigh & Hudson River Railway's RS3s and how to model them using an Atlas engine. Includes prototype and model photos, and a parts list.

Modeling the Reading's Bethlehem Branch

This article discusses this branchline. The author presents two track plan designs (one 22' x 22' and the other 11'' x 22'). Included are prototype photos and prototype track diagrams.