I plan to produce some N scale Flatbed Trailer models, in 40ft and 48ft lengths. Are there any other common lengths? If anyone has details or pictures, I would love to see them Thanks. ------------------ Alan Curtis. Moderator. Member #12 The perfect combination - BNSF and N Scale! www.alancurtismodels.com Andersley Western Railroad Alan's American Gallery
alan, there are also 45 footers here in the states. i think also 53 footers but not sure. ------------------ fly with route of the eagles.rock n roll all night and railroad everyday!
Yes, 53 footers have become more common. I believe roadrailers are usually 53 foot trailers. I have seen many TOFC trains with 53' trailers, and they certainly wouldn't hurt to have. ------------------ Corey Lynch Pres - Rensselaer Model RR Society, NEB&W RR http://www.rpi.edu/~lynchc/Railfanning/railfanning.htm - My Site http://www.union.rpi.edu/railroad/ - NEB&W
I know there are 53ft Trailers (Boxes), but are there 53ft Flatbeds? Also are there any flatbeds shorter than 40ft? ------------------ Alan Curtis. Moderator. Member #12 The perfect combination - BNSF and N Scale! www.alancurtismodels.com Andersley Western Railroad Alan's American Gallery
Trailers are often built to different lenghts for specific purposes. Connecticut Light & Power has a fleet of 32 foot trailers that are very strong looking and used to haul power transformers. In general service the 45 ft flatbed seems to be the most common length. Longer trailers are around for hauling lighter loads since no matter the length the weight limit is the same (total rig 80,000 lbs) I have seen 53 foot flat trailers constructed of aluminum with spread tandem wheels. I have also seen 40 foot trailers in Michigan with 5 axles (their in-state weight limit is higher) Search the web for trailer manufacturers, there are plenty out there.
