Military trains

Posted by Anonymous

on Mon, Apr 26 2004 1:30 PM

Does anybody know of a quality book, video or web site that illustrates American railroads hauling U.S. military vehicles and equipment? I am interested in World War II era and modern day footage.

I am also searching for an N-scale DODX 6-axle heavy duty flat car. Does anyone know of a manufacturer?

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Posted by Anonymous

on Wed, Apr 28 2004 10:59 AM

My son was with the 101st airborn, when they were sent to Iraq the Army besides useing DODX flats also used TTX 89' flats.

Posted by tree68

on Wed, Apr 28 2004 8:08 PM

I see a lot of military equipment move on the TTX flats - most if it, in fact. Add to that the containers they use for other materiel and you have a train. The only time you will see the heavy DODX flats is under armor. I have seen some DODX flats that closely resembled the TTX flats - painted either red or green.

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