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Western Pacific's Feather River Route through the Sierra Nevada offers dramatic modeling opportunities. HO scale captures the scenic railroad's character.
1:87
16.5mm gauge
Moderate
Transition Era
5
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HO scale WP modeling offers dramatic scenery and equipment. The California Zephyr, Feather River canyon, and partnership with D&RGW create interest. Equipment is available from several manufacturers.
WP diesel power
Passenger power
Famous train
Forest products
WP lettered
The Feather River Canyon offers dramatic scenery possibilities
Keddie Wye is one of the most photographed railroad structures
WP was a small railroad—shorter trains are prototypical
GP40s and GP35s were common WP power
California Zephyr dome cars are distinctive
The quintessential starter layout. This timeless 4x8 HO oval is perfect for beginners and fits on a standard sheet of plywood. Features a passing siding and industrial spur for basic operations.
Add excitement to your 4x8 with this figure-eight design featuring an overpass crossing. Watch trains cross over and under each other on this engaging beginner layout.
Double your running fun! This clever design loops the track twice around the layout, giving you double the mainline running on the same 4x8 footprint. Perfect for continuous running enthusiasts.