kalmbach 12489 40's/50's freight cars

Freight Cars of the 40's and 50's Useful guide to railroad cars operated during one of the most popular modeling eras. The book's highly detailed historical information is great inspiration for transition-era modeling projects. Authored by noted modeler and former Model Railroader magazine editor Jeff Wilson, this book also provides background on loads carried by freight cars, information on putting together a realistic freight car fleet, as well as prototype paint schemes and detailing. It can help you answer questions about a long-gone, but popular modeling era and is a must-have for your book selection.