Here are two WW2 troop train concists. He tells you how model the prototype trains in N scale. The first ins 1942-1947. The second is 1944- 1947
http://www.trainweb.org/fredatsf/troop1.htm
http://www.trainweb.org/fredatsf/troop2.htm
Please note that when Fred did this MicroTrains, Wheels Of Time and others were not producing heavy weight passenger cars.
Ira
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Troop trains operated over various railroads all over the country. The locomotives were supplied by the host railroad. These were usually passenger engines, but any engine that could provide the appropriate speed and power would be used. The engines usually had to have the ability to provide steam to the train for climate control. Some, but not all, freight engines were so equipped. In your area, a troop train on the Louisville & Nashville (for example) would probably be hauled by a passenger engine such as a USRA light 4-6-2 or a light 4-8-2 passenger engine. If no 4-6-2 or 4-8-2 was available, a light or heavy USRA 2-8-2 might be substituted.
For long distances, the troops were usually accommodated in Pullman sleepers, supplemented with special war emergency troop sleepers that looked a lot like boxcars with windows and high speed trucks. Diners and baggage cars would run in the trains, as needed. For short distances, coaches might be sufficient.
I'm sure others can provide more information.
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If you are in northern KY, perhaps you could do something with troop trains coming into and out of Cincinnati Union Terminal (CUT). What a beautiful example of Art Deco. Worth a visit to see if you haven't been there before.
Tom
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Hi Bob!
Welcome to the forums!
Sorry, I can't help you with the troop train but I will ask you what army you want to model?
Dave
I'm just a dude with a bad back having a lot of fun with model trains, and finally building a layout!
Hi,new to the site;My Name Is Bob.
I am seeking info on A WW 2 Troop Train,What Locomotives were used;passenger cars and consists.I am interested in duplicating the train in N scale,as i have had some,not much experience many years ago.
I will be joining the NMRA soon,as i live in Northern Kentucky(District 7).Any folks from NKY feel free to,as they say,"give a Shout Out.
Regards,
Bob