bridges

[RyanLaP]

Hi Everybody[:)]. I wondering what kind of bridges I should have. I'm plaining to buy some of those small bridges where cars go under the bridge. I have a 4x8 table and I wan't one bridge to put on. Do you think I have enough space.






Sincerely
Ryan LaPlaca

[zgardner18]

Dude, it depend on what kind you want and what kind of space you plan on building these bridges over. Different types span over different areas. It also depends on what era you plan on modeling too. We need more input on what you want.

[MisterBeasley]

As always, it depends on your layout and what era it represents. A bridge needs to have a reason. It may be a gorge, or a river, or simply an overpass, but whatever it is, it needs to be designed in. In the real world, of course, you start with Nature and build the railroad on top of it. In a model, you usually design the track plan first and then figure out what the scenery around it will look like.

I would go to the Discount Trains Online site at www.discounttrainsonline.com and search for bridges. (You can do this at Walthers.com too, but their search engine tends to find things like bridge rectifiers or other parts you're really not looking for.) This will give you a good idea of what's out there. I've personally got the Atlas Warren Truss bridge, the Atlas girder bridge and the Atlas Chord bridge. These are all simple, sturdy models that look pretty good with a bit of paint and weathering.

You could also look into a tall trestle, particularly if you have a deep gorge. This month's MR (I think) features a layout with a phenomenol tall trestle. It's a great place to look for ideas every month.

[Budliner]

get this
http://cgi.ebay.com/4-HO-Kibri-truss-bridges_W0QQitemZ6043296120QQcategoryZ117371QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[pcarrell]

QUOTE: Originally posted by Budliner

get this
http://cgi.ebay.com/4-HO-Kibri-truss-bridges_W0QQitemZ6043296120QQcategoryZ117371QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

I think that may be overkill.

Kinda like squirrel hunting with an elephant gun.

[ARTHILL]

I like bridges. I get the big ones I like and then design a scene to fit them. I like it that way. I like the artistic challenge of making them fit. In Model Railroading, some of us like to make a world to our liking. I had a 4x8 once with a three level wooden trestle bridge system. I wish I still had it. are some of my favorites

[Budliner]

I dont think its overkill they are already assembled kits, cheap they are not that big,
cheap, fine detail, thats going to save time and money. trust me dont get the blinking light bridge
why do you think these are getting bid up in price cuz there nice kits

imho
ps there cheap