Industrial diesel locomotive "Critter" Scratch Build

[Carleroo]

Here is another scratch-built project. This is an approximately 1:28 scale model of an industrial locomotive commonly found at mines, forestry operations, steel mills, and shipyards. This is a smaller type of these locomotives, often referred to as "Critters". I used materials leftover from other builds and other items from around the house. It measures 6.5" x 113" x 75". There were a couple of areas I could have improved on, but overall, I was quite pleased with the result.

 

[DickyC]

like the calendar girl detail.

 

[Paul M]

Marvellous

 

[ge_rik]

Great detail, especially in the cab.

Rik

 

[dunnyrail]

Here is another scratch-built project. This is an approximately 1:28 scale model of an industrial locomotive commonly found at mines, forestry operations, steel mills, and shipyards. This is a smaller type of these locomotives, often referred to as "Critters". I used materials leftover from other builds and other items from around the house. It measures 6.5" x 113" x 75". There were a couple of areas I could have improved on, but overall, I was quite pleased with the result.

Very nice job unusual scale.

 

[Doddy]

I like!

This is very similar to a Japanese Cape Gauge Diesel Tractor thread that was made entirely from wood. Almost a duplicate to yours!

 

[Carleroo]

Very nice job unusual scale.

Thank you! I have made a number of locomotives and train cars at this scale. I like the scale because it provides lots of opportunities to build in details (easier with my shaky hands!) and it shows well with several 1:24 scale trams that I have built. None of them move; they are all static models for display.

 

[Carleroo]

I like!

This is very similar to a Japanese Cape Gauge Diesel Tractor thread that was made entirely from wood. Almost a duplicate to yours!

Thanks!!.

 

[Carleroo]

Great detail, especially in the cab.

Rik

Thanks Rik. I really enjoy working on the smaller details.

 

[Carleroo]

I have put together (attached here) a detailed 12 page build log outlining all the steps, with photos and other details, including all the bloopers!

 

[Northsider]

A lovely model, with some great detailing!

 

[ge_rik]

I have put together (attached here) a detailed 12 page build log outlining all the steps, with photos and other details, including all the bloopers!

Wow! You've packed so much detail into this article.
Hats off to you, sir!

Rik

 

[Carleroo]

Wow! You've packed so much detail into this article.
Hats off to you, sir!

Rik

Thanks Rik.