Cargo Train W/ Operating Cars

First, watch the short clip of the train in action, then read all about its features. 

Have you ever wished you had a cargo train cruising through your layout, and with a simple push of a button, you could unload barrels at the station while simultaneously having a signalman illuminate his lantern to give the all clear? If so, this train set would make the perfect addition to your layout.

This train is dedicated to my father, who has been into model trains my whole life. If you follow that scene, you will see that most of the big model train manufacturers have not produced any new action cars within the past 15 years. My father tells me the hobby of action trains is becoming too expensive, and some guys he knows have switched to collecting Lego trains due to the endless customizations. I got the idea of building action trains when my father made the comment that it was too bad Lego does not make realistic action trainsets that both kids and collectors could enjoy. Given all the positive responses I have received from my father and his friends, I hope I have accomplished just that.

Diesel Engine: It is built on a 6x28 train base plate and equipped with a Powered UP Hub and Train Motor. This engine was designed as a detailed model of an American Switcher in a classic color scheme. The Hub is powered on by pressing the hood vent towards the front of the engine, and both the middle section and roof can be removed for easy access to the Hub ports and engineer's cabin.

 

Unloading Car: It is built on a 6x24 train base plate and equipped with a Powered Up Linear Motor. This automatic unloading car can hold and unload just about anything. As displayed, it is loaded with ten barrels.

 

Flat Car: It is built on a 6x24 train base plate. This flat car has an airliner engine and a custom motorcycle that are chained down (not affixed) for secure transport.

Signalman Boxcar: It is built on a 6x24 train base plate and equipped with a Powered UP Hub, Linear Motor and Lights. With a push of a button, the cargo door opens while simultaneously allowing the worker to swing out with his lit lantern, letting the engineer know it is all clear to move out. The Hub is powered on by simply removing a roof tile at the back of the boxcar.

 

Thanks for checking out my design. Building functioning and realistic MOC train sets has been a hobby of mine for the past four years.

 

I hope you will support my project and share it with your friends!