and the consequences for history.
I'll just lob this out there and see what the high-ups think.
A1G 3000 Series: 60 Foot Bulkhead Log Flat Cars
Nominally stated as 60' in length-these are a shy shorter and now it's a factor that actual cars of close lengths- 57' mechanical reefers or 60' boxcars are being modelled.
According to my calibrated N scale rule, they actually measure up at 57'6" maximum outside/ external length. As can be safely measured, that's 56'6" inside (between end bulkheads, though not that relevant I guess). Contrasting with the 1964 ORER measurements cited.
Should these cars now be redefined and more accurately portrayed?
{I have one that had lost it's weight and underframe before I purchased, but topside and running is unaffected}.
regards davew
