The Model Railroader’s Guide to Steel Mills – Industry Modeling Reference

Description

You will better understand how to create a realistic mill area and set up its rail operations.

The Model Railroader’s Guide to Steel Mills makes modelling this archetypical American industry possible for the average modeler. Author and expert Bernard Kempinski explains the industrial process and the massive complex built around steel production. The reader will better understand how to create a realistic mill area and set up its rail operations. Chapters are included for steelmaking, steel mill railroads, steel mill track planning, and modelling tips.

• Steel from start to finish
• Track plans with steel mills included
• Features historical photos of railroad-served steel mills

Contents:

IntroductionChapter one: History of steel  7Chapter two: Ironmaking  13Chapter three: Steelmaking   26Chapter four: Railroads and transportation  41Chapter five: Track planning  55Chapter six: Putting it all together  70Chapter seven: Modelling techniques  80GlossaryAbout the author

Author: Bernard KempinskiSize: 8 1/4 x 10 3/4Pages: 96Colour photos: 150

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