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General Discussion => Scenery Techniques => Topic started by: ridinshotgun on November 28, 2022, 09:45:10 AM

Title: Modern abutments in n-scale
Post by: ridinshotgun on November 28, 2022, 09:45:10 AM

Is there anyone that does modern poured concrete bridge abutments in n scale that are not part of a kit like the Walters ones?

I see some z scale stuff on shapeways and some of the older board cast stuff from chooch but my search foo hasn't found anything modern except for the modular honey comb walls.  I need something that would be appropriate for one of the 80' ME ballasted concrete deck bridges.

Title: Re: Modern abutments in n-scale
Post by: NtheBasement on November 28, 2022, 11:15:19 AM

You can always pour your own...

(https://www.therailwire.net/forum/gallery/31/5312-281122111155.jpeg) (https://www.therailwire.net/forum/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=31371)

Title: Re: Modern abutments in n-scale
Post by: wm3798 on December 01, 2022, 12:17:10 AM

Poured concrete is very easy to simulate with a few thoughtful slices of sheet and strip styrene.  The trick is to get a believable color, and apply the appropriate amount of weathering.
(https://www.therailwire.net/forum/gallery/31/9-011222001649.jpeg) (https://www.therailwire.net/forum/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=31409)

Lee