JopieK Posted April 1, 2021 As suggested by @Toastie, @Hod Carrier, @Paperinik77pk and others in the topic: FS Italian glories in 4-wide - 1:87, please share your 4-wide Train creations in here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hod Carrier Posted April 1, 2021 (edited) Well we're going to be diving into the vaults a bit for this thread, but it might be fun to revisit some old friends. First up is the Dutch DD-VIRM (discussion here*). This was my first MOC as an AFOL and a good way to ease my way in to the hobby. This model has had a couple of minor alterations since first debuted, particularly around the cab and the shape of the roof, which I have not yet got around to photographing. * Apologies that images of the design process are no longer visible in the original thread. The second is the Dutch SLT (discussion here) which I found to be a more taxing build because of the shape of the front end and the snotting required to make the doors. However, those difficulties just made the result more satisfying. With a couple of commuter trains under my belt I decided to build something a little faster in the shape of the TGV Thalys (discussion here). This is still 4 cars short of it's full length and is something that keeps coming back to my mind to update and complete. As you can see, I did go a bit mental with this design and pulled together a line-up of virtual TGVs in various shapes and colours. And then there was this whopper, a full-length model of the Ansaldo-Breda V250 Albatros in FYRA livery (discussion here) which got a special mention from the judges in the first OcTRAINber contest. And then there was this wee beastie; a powered 4-wide TRAXX loco using PF elements (discussion here). As yet still just a virtual design, but I did put together a design for some 4-wide scale track (discussion here) that could be used for display. It's perhaps a little heavy on parts usage, but it uses fairly common parts and the colours could be varied to suit taste and wallet. I do sometimes think about going back and revisiting at least some of these builds and improving them and maybe building a few more. At the time I can remember finding it quite a natural scale to build in and, although it does limit the amount of detail you can include, such small builds can still be incredibly satisfying. Plus there's the advantage of being able to park any considerations or concerns about the practicality of the designs as they are almost always just going to be for display. There are a few more photos on my Flickr page if anyone is keen to see more. Really looking forward to seeing everyone else's 4-wide builds. Edited April 3, 2021 by Hod Carrier Photo changed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
caiman0637 Posted April 1, 2021 2 hours ago, Hod Carrier said: The second is the Dutch SLT (discussion here) which I found to be a more taxing build because of the shape of the front end and the snotting required to make the doors. However, those difficulties just made the result more satisfying. Probably my favorite out of all the 4-wide trains I've seen. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Toastie Posted April 1, 2021 7 hours ago, Hod Carrier said: diving into the vaults Oh nice ... that reminds me ... "Follow me now to the vault down below - Drinking the wine as we laugh at the time - Which is passing incredibly slow" "Part of you smiles each brick I lay - (Bring me these skills in the name of the Lord) - You'll feel your mind slipping away" OK not exactly the original lyrics - but this is going to be a blast ... All the best and a toast to @JopieK! Thorsten Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paperinik77pk Posted April 1, 2021 Great trains, @Hod Carrier!!! And a big thank you to @Toastie and @JopieK! And to celebrate the new thread, I put here the FS E.424 in its original paint scheme from the late '40s, rendered just 5 minutes ago!!! Ciao! Davide Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dr_spock Posted April 1, 2021 A couple of 4 wides from my vault. Friends Party Train by dr_spock_888, on Flickr Who remembers the Eurobricks Pimp My Camper contest? Railcar Camper by dr_spock_888, on Flickr Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LEGOTrainBuilderSG Posted April 2, 2021 Am so glad that the 4-wide train has its own thread now. Love to see how creative builders get to squeeze in as much details as possible. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CMF-1138 Posted April 3, 2021 (edited) Here is my take on the GWR 4900 Class 5972 Olton Hall (aka the Hogwarts Express). Following @zephyr1934's suggestion, here is a link to the separate thread with additional images and discussion. EDIT: As discussed in the separate thread, I am thinking through a redesign of the wheel arches. I will update the photo here when I settle in on a solution. Edited April 3, 2021 by CMF-1138 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paperinik77pk Posted April 5, 2021 On 4/1/2021 at 10:53 PM, dr_spock said: Who remembers the Eurobricks Pimp My Camper contest? Railcar Camper by dr_spock_888, on Flickr Aaaah the VW Railbus!!!! Excellent build!!! On 4/3/2021 at 5:54 AM, CMF-1138 said: Here is my take on the GWR 4900 Class 5972 Olton Hall (aka the Hogwarts Express). Following @zephyr1934's suggestion, here is a link to the separate thread with additional images and discussion. EDIT: As discussed in the separate thread, I am thinking through a redesign of the wheel arches. I will update the photo here when I settle in on a solution. It is a really, really a nice locomotive!!! Perfect for this thread!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paperinik77pk Posted April 6, 2021 (edited) FS - D.345 - and local train with "Corbelini" short coaches I updated also the FS Italian glories in 4-wide - 1:87 - if needed I'll clean this or the other post Ciao! Davide Edited April 7, 2021 by Paperinik77pk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eurotrash Posted April 8, 2021 Okay, it's been a while since I've posted anything here, but I couldn't resist building a 4-wide PCC Streetcar. This one is based on the example sited at Union Station. Kansas City. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paperinik77pk Posted April 9, 2021 On 4/8/2021 at 4:01 AM, eurotrash said: Okay, it's been a while since I've posted anything here, but I couldn't resist building a 4-wide PCC Streetcar. This one is based on the example sited at Union Station. Kansas City. Very nice trolley and showcase with background!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CMF-1138 Posted April 10, 2021 (edited) OK, so here is my reworked GWR 4900 Class 5972 Olton Hall (aka the Hogwarts Express). Additional details here in the separate thread. --- On 4/5/2021 at 6:55 AM, Paperinik77pk said: It is a really, really a nice locomotive!!! Perfect for this thread!!! You are very kind! I like your D.345, as well! Edited April 10, 2021 by CMF-1138 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pendra37 Posted April 11, 2021 (edited) Some of my 4 wides. Brio compatible. TRAXX, V90/100, Class 80, V200, 424, plus various wagons. I was investigating motorization but only a monorail kind of layout would work on the wooden rails. Against actual H0s Edited April 11, 2021 by Pendra37 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CMF-1138 Posted April 12, 2021 6 hours ago, Pendra37 said: Some of my 4 wides. Brio compatible. TRAXX, V90/100, Class 80, V200, 424, plus various wagons. I was investigating motorization but only a monorail kind of layout would work on the wooden rails. Nice! They have a Brio feel and look to them, but more refined. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Phil B Posted April 12, 2021 Brio has metal locos that are battery powered, so technically it is possible to motorize trains for wooden track. Maybe a circuitcube with the BT battery box in a carriage and the small 2x4x2 motor in the engine? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paperinik77pk Posted April 12, 2021 (edited) On 4/12/2021 at 12:24 AM, Pendra37 said: Some of my 4 wides. Brio compatible. TRAXX, V90/100, Class 80, V200, 424, plus various wagons. I was investigating motorization but only a monorail kind of layout would work on the wooden rails. I reeeeaally love the way you designed these trains, they have a fantastic look! And that sliding door on the white wagon is GREAT! Very very nice! Ciao! Davide Edited April 5, 2022 by Paperinik77pk removed re-posted pictures Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Feuer Zug Posted May 26, 2021 My collection of 4-wide locomotives and rolling stock may not be as awesome as some works, or cute and functional as others, but here they are. SHRX GP9 ATSF F unit (recently modded the nose based on another's post here. Sorry, don't remember who.) BNSF ES44C4 Rock Island GP38-2 (Revived company) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JWBDolphins Posted May 26, 2021 Those are really nice! That's a lot of detail for such a small scale! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
XG BC Posted May 31, 2021 Hey Guys! I have just built a very cute 4 wide BR E 69 The original: The model: Hope you guys like it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Toastie Posted May 31, 2021 On 5/26/2021 at 12:46 PM, Feuer Zug said: may not be as awesome as some works, or cute and functional as others Wrong. Totally the other way around: Your Fourwides are awesome, they really are! Very nice work. All the best Thorsten 29 minutes ago, XG BC said: I have just built a very cute 4 wide BR E 69 Really nice - I have no clue - zero - how you guys do it. Man, it looks like the original - with that limited size and part list. Thank you very much for sharing! All the best Thorsten Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
XG BC Posted May 31, 2021 4 minutes ago, Toastie said: Really nice - I have no clue - zero - how you guys do it. Man, it looks like the original - with that limited size and part list. Thank you very much for sharing! All the best Thorsten I had already built a 6-wide version of this loco so i knew the proportions of it beforehand and then its just a lot of trial and error to get it to look good. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Feuer Zug Posted May 31, 2021 5 hours ago, XG BC said: Hey Guys! I have just built a very cute 4 wide BR E 69 The original: The model: Hope you guys like it! I agree. It's a wickedly cute little shunter. You captured the details superbly. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paperinik77pk Posted September 24, 2021 (edited) On 5/31/2021 at 7:23 PM, XG BC said: Hope you guys like it! Please go on with some wagons - It's awesome! Time to update a bit this thread - pity my old PC broke down so I've problems in rendering new models (the laptop is reeeeally slow for this kind of video performances). But I succeded at least to do this one - in POV-RAY instead of photorealistic rendering. It's a model of a model of the V80, directly taken from old Lima H0 catalogs. It's a simplified V80 with only two axles (!) that was available in a lot of Lima starter sets of the 80s. Many of these locomotives were DB or SNCF, and color schemes were mostly invented. Being part of a toy set , solidity, bright colors and variety of wagons and accessories were the main requisites. The "prototype" has no Lima decal on It , but I thought it could give a nice touch to a somewhat empty body side. Ciao! Davide Edited April 5, 2022 by Paperinik77pk removed re-posted pictures Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
XG BC Posted September 25, 2021 22 hours ago, Paperinik77pk said: Please go on with some wagons - It's awesome! your wish is my command! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
