Scratchbuild an n-scale stagecoach?

I cannot locate a "manufactured" n-scale stagecoach.

So, I was considering carving the curved body, adding scale lumber and/or plastics details, then purchasing wagon wheels.

Has anyone tried to do this? If so, what materials/techniques did you use?

 

That's not a bad plan. A company called Smokey Mountain Miniatures makes N-scale covered wagons, railway wagons, etc. that will probably give you a good head start with a frame and wheels, plus they come with horses. Don't forget to show us some pictures when you get it done!

 

One of these days (months), I plan to model a stagecoach for 3D printing.

Ever since I first saw this photo, I've always wanted to model it:
(Have it on my model railroad... I do NOT want to have to scratch build 30+ stagecoaches.)

Hmm, I wonder if I could get Wells Fargo to fund this project....



Other than the models listed above, no manufactured stagecoach currently exists in N Scale.

 

RSLaser makes a laser cut wood farm wagon that you could modify to a stage coach http://www.rslaserkits.com/N-Details.html or you could contact RSLaser and ask them to custom cut you one.

John Bartolotto

 

Given the recent article on HydroSpan 400 Shrinking Resin, perhaps there is something in HO that could be 'shunk'.

http://www.trainboard.com/grapevine/showthread.php?135400-Every-engine-we-want....-Possible!

 

Cool picture,but ya think 30+ stagecoaches on 15+ cars plus more cars in back are a little,uh, "optimistic",for that 4-4-0,LOL!!!

 

If you go that way, jordon makes a kit in HO

I you use the parts from this micron kit, you will only need to make the body.
http://www.walthers.com/exec/productinfo/462-2073

 

Parts from Republic Locomotive Works' Buckboard, Freight Wagon, and GHQ Mule Wagon kits might be applicable.


Republic Locomotive Works Number RLW 2073 Buckboard kit with brass or white metal wheels & white metal horses


https://www.republiclocomotiveworks.com/show_item.php?ID=459


Republic Locomotive Works Number RLW 2074 Freight Wagon kit with wheels and white metal horses


https://www.republiclocomotiveworks.com/show_item.php?ID=460


Republic Locomotive Works Number RLW 2283 GHQ 6 Mule Wagon


https://www.republiclocomotiveworks.com/show_item.php?ID=547

 

Thanks, I'll be sure to check it out.

 

Here is the almost finished stagecoach. I made it from sheet styrene. The wheels are cast white metal.





Does anyone have a suggestion about what I can use for reins?

 

AWESOME STAGECOACH Shawn!!!

I'd probably just use brown thread for the reins.

 

That looks great!

You work quick!


for the reins, yeah, either thread or small wire.

Long ago when i built model cars, there was a trick for using thread to simulate motor wiring. dip it in liquid model glue and let it hang dry. I was a kid and always made a mess so it never really worked for me, maybe youll have better luck.

 

Looks great! How about some super-thin magnet wire for the reins? Paint it dark brown and bend it just right and I think that'll do the trick. :thumbs_up:

 

Use human hair for the reins. Really, no joke.

John

 

Thanks for the input, I'll have to experiment.

...and if I clean up my workbench, I'm sure to find the hair I pulled out while making the coach.