Kalmbach #12830 Model Railroader Guide To Iron Ore

Kalmbach Publishing Co #12830 Model Railroader's Guide to Iron Ore Railroads Softcover, 112 Pages. Model Railroader's Guide to Iron Ore Railroads from Kalmbach is an exploration of the iron ore industry and the role played by rail. Noted author Jeff Wilson details the history and evolution of the iron ore industry and railroads across all eras from the late 1800s to today. This how-to modeling book covers the process of mining ore; how preparation plants function and the loading and transferring of ore from trains to ships and back to trains. This book is loaded with period and modern photos, including many previously unpublished. You'll learn how to take information from the real thing and accurately apply it to your own layout with this detailed book filled with facts about available models and tips on modeling iron ore mining, processing, and operations. Model Railroader's Guide to Iron Ore Railroads is one of many Kalmbach model railroading how-to books.