Your General is beautifully modeled, down to the waist walking boards, the three domes, the covered bell stack, the flickering carbide headlight and the livery paint and lettering. We've all gotten so used to the restoration in the Kennesaw museum that was restored to an 1870s/80s American loco configuration. I live near the W&A line, have ridden elements of it on the Summerville Steam Specials, so Thom's layout must have been a great place to run. He has really captured the rolling hills and creek crossings as perfectly as anyone I've seen Very nice smooth drivetrain refitted into that Mantua General diecast model. Tyco Generals were a frustrating model to operate realistically. I have one in pieces I plan to rework as the William Mason, but it will be getting new motor and linkage.
Thanks for the kind words. But this is/was a Bachmann “new tooling” 4-4-0 that did get all the upgrades you mentioned. Check out Thom’s channel around May ‘21 for the full explanation of the work I did on this. Took about 4 months. Thom’s layout was a dream to run on. We had a good time and got a lot done. Thanks again.. appreciate your comments.
Tremendous layout! Using the entire room to show the many stops along the way: the various locomotives and rolling stock: the scenery; the main station in Atlanta......Hats off to you artisans! I wish I lived close to request a personal visit! Well done!
My videos didn’t do the layout true justice. Was a real treat for me to get to visit! So many amazing details. My only regret was that I was not there able to attend a formal op session. Thanks for watching!
The General is simple.. Vallejo Gun Metal Blue. The others are by Thom Radice and search his name to see his vids along with our Civil War Modeling Group vids. Thanks for watching!
Fabulous representation of the Western & Atlantic line between Atlanta & Chattanooga! Very realistic representations of the various notable locations along the line! Also, very well-done locos and cars, even down to the accurate link & pin couplers!!
A very nice video and layout. I have plans to expand my own HO scale layout, though I don't believe it will be quite as large as this, and the era and location I want to model is about 80-90 years after and approximately 750 miles north of what's seen here.
Great! This was a very well done layout set in the CW era. It was a lot of fun to visit and operate. It’s a small portion of my fun with modeling. Thanks for watching! Good luck with the expansion!
The entire layout was L&P. The pocket on the rear of the loco is by Precision Scale. Also, Prescott Hobbies has a line of L&P couplers designed to fit into the Kadee #5 pockets. Thanks for watching. Unfortunately I won’t be back any time soon, I’m in Colorado and he’s in the northeast. But search Thom Radice for his channel too. Thanks for watching!!
Just a suggestion- when making a video for posting to youtube, asking visitors to cut down on talking and incidental background music during filming would help, since this is a layout not just of sight and sound but of mind. There's the signpost up ahead-- your next stop . . . the Western & Atlantic 1863 Zone! Noise free!
Did you build it to a 5 foot Track Gauge? 5 ft was a common gauge in most of the Southern ( Confederate) States. Sherman and Sheridan Ripped up CSA Roads, and replaced them with Standard Gauge ( 4ft.8.5in.) Tracks, to run US supplies in without time wasting Transhipment.
This layout was built using standard HO track. So, unfortunately while we knew about the difference in gauges, it would not be practical. But the layout is not mine, so I cannot take any of the credit. Thanks for watching!
It’s not my railroad, it belongs to Thom Radice. I’d only aspire to have a layout as great as this. Only thing that was mine was The General. Now, I believe he uses the stock boiler and cab, just modifies it as needed to get the loco he is chasing. There are some of the parts to change the mantua generals on shapeways. I hope this helps. Thanks.
@@MarkInLA both..? Precision scale has some pockets and there are some other companies that make some drop-in pockets for Kadee boxes. I’ve used some of the San Juan Model Co On2 coupler plastic pockets also, then can either make the links or buy them. If you go to Thoms YT channel, he has posted a lot of our Civil War Modelers Zoom meets where things like that are discussed in further detail.
@@markfrench8892 I used Vallejo gunmetal blue if I remember right. I did a full explanation of the detail work on the General I did on Thom Radice channel about 2-3 years ago.
That low angle shot of the train crossing the river at 14 minute mark is absolutely breath taking.
Thanks! Pretty spectacular layout overall, but that is a signature scene! Thanks for watching.
I am totally floored by the layout especially the backdrop. Best video of a layout I have seen, and best layout.
Check out Thom Radice channel for more content on his amazing layout. I was merely a spectator. Haha!
Thanks for watching!
the backgrounds were done by Brian G Kammerer
Your General is beautifully modeled, down to the waist walking boards, the three domes, the covered bell stack, the flickering carbide headlight and the livery paint and lettering.
We've all gotten so used to the restoration in the Kennesaw museum that was restored to an 1870s/80s American loco configuration.
I live near the W&A line, have ridden elements of it on the Summerville Steam Specials, so Thom's layout must have been a great place to run. He has really captured the rolling hills and creek crossings as perfectly as anyone I've seen
Very nice smooth drivetrain refitted into that Mantua General diecast model. Tyco Generals were a frustrating model to operate realistically.
I have one in pieces I plan to rework as the William Mason, but it will be getting new motor and linkage.
Thanks for the kind words. But this is/was a Bachmann “new tooling” 4-4-0 that did get all the upgrades you mentioned. Check out Thom’s channel around May ‘21 for the full explanation of the work I did on this. Took about 4 months.
Thom’s layout was a dream to run on. We had a good time and got a lot done. Thanks again.. appreciate your comments.
Tremendous layout! Using the entire room to show the many stops along the way: the various locomotives and rolling stock: the scenery; the main station in Atlanta......Hats off to you artisans! I wish I lived close to request a personal visit! Well done!
His layout is amazing, and I too wish I lived closer to visit it. He’s in NJ. I’m on CO. Thanks for watching.
Very well done.
I’ll pass the compliments to Thom. It is an awesome layout !!
A magnificent job, thanks for sharing
Thanks for watching!
Would love to see a recreation of the Great Locomotive Chase done on the layout!
I’ll pass on to Thom. You can subscribe to his YT channel. Search Thom Radice.
Don’t think Thom would want a bunch of Yankees burning his bridges down. (Giggle)
I am in awe. Unusual theme and so well done.
It was very well done. Wish it was closer!
Absolutely magnificent layout and period equipment.
I was so excited to get to visit.. had to share!!
Thanks for watching.
That was so cool to see your bnsf consist pull all those cars and man they were alot of cars !!!
Chuck
This one was 1863, so more than 100 years before BNSF…. But this is fun to run. Very different era.
Running and looking great
What a fantastic and beautiful layout!
Very Nice Layout ! Thanks for Sharing !
GG👀~,
George, your engine looks right at home on Thom's incredible layout! What an awesome video run-through. A real treat for sure!
Thanx Thom...
My videos didn’t do the layout true justice. Was a real treat for me to get to visit! So many amazing details. My only regret was that I was not there able to attend a formal op session.
Thanks for watching!
Excellent layout. thank you.
You know, there aren't many layouts of 1860's through 1890's railroading. I know of a few, but this one takes the cake. Thanks for sharing!
@@Victor_Von_Frankenstein you can see more on Thom Radice channel. It’s his layout and you are right, it’s stupendous!!
Really enjoyed the video. Great era to model. Again, loved the rail fanning of this magnificent layout.
This layout was top notch and I feel blessed to have been able to spend a few days with Thom.. workin’ on the railroad!!
Thanks for watching!
Love the colorful civil war era locomotives. Can you share the recipe for paining the Russia iron boiler jackets? They are the best looking I've seen.
The General is simple.. Vallejo Gun Metal Blue. The others are by Thom Radice and search his name to see his vids along with our Civil War Modeling Group vids.
Thanks for watching!
Fabulous representation of the Western & Atlantic line between Atlanta & Chattanooga! Very realistic representations of the various notable locations along the line! Also, very well-done locos and cars, even down to the accurate link & pin couplers!!
Thom did a great job. I was lucky to get to be there to help him run trains. Check out his channel “Thom Radice”. Thanks for watching!
Look fantastic love to see it in person looks like a lot of fun
@@patrickfrawley6656 contact Thom on his channel, Thom Radice.
Thanks for watching!
A very nice video and layout. I have plans to expand my own HO scale layout, though I don't believe it will be quite as large as this, and the era and location I want to model is about 80-90 years after and approximately 750 miles north of what's seen here.
Great! This was a very well done layout set in the CW era. It was a lot of fun to visit and operate. It’s a small portion of my fun with modeling. Thanks for watching! Good luck with the expansion!
Love the war damaged cars.
Very beautiful layout 🤩
Even the telegraph poles look authentic!
@@DH.2016 he certainly did a great job on that layout!!
Did you use link and pin coupling? I didn't know those were made in.H.O. scale. Great layout I hope we'll be seeing more vids
The entire layout was L&P. The pocket on the rear of the loco is by Precision Scale. Also, Prescott Hobbies has a line of L&P couplers designed to fit into the Kadee #5 pockets.
Thanks for watching. Unfortunately I won’t be back any time soon, I’m in Colorado and he’s in the northeast. But search Thom Radice for his channel too.
Thanks for watching!!
Just a suggestion- when making a video for posting to youtube, asking visitors to cut down on talking and incidental background music during filming would help, since this is a layout not just of sight and sound but of mind. There's the signpost up ahead-- your next stop . . . the Western & Atlantic 1863 Zone! Noise free!
I tried..
10:40 Dalton! Where I live!
Love the layout. Where can I go see it.
@@flakebelk3338 contact Thom Radice through his TH-cam channel.
I found me a W&ARR "General", i now only have to find the "Texas" and ill be a happy camper
This guy’s a madman! Proper link and pin in HO?!
Recognize at 5:00 the Sibley tents . I know I'm in the civil war.
@@billhuber2964 yes. Thom did a great job on this layout, for sure!
are the holes in the sides of the box cars meant to be the damage caused by the Andrews raiders?
Actually, I’m not sure he’s that specific, but certainly war damage..
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Did you build it to a 5 foot Track Gauge? 5 ft was a common gauge in most of the Southern ( Confederate) States. Sherman and Sheridan Ripped up CSA Roads, and replaced them with Standard Gauge ( 4ft.8.5in.) Tracks, to run US supplies in without time wasting Transhipment.
This layout was built using standard HO track. So, unfortunately while we knew about the difference in gauges, it would not be practical.
But the layout is not mine, so I cannot take any of the credit.
Thanks for watching!
You really have a stunning railroad man! Hey... what shells do you use to replace the general boiler and cab?
It’s not my railroad, it belongs to Thom Radice. I’d only aspire to have a layout as great as this. Only thing that was mine was The General.
Now, I believe he uses the stock boiler and cab, just modifies it as needed to get the loco he is chasing. There are some of the parts to change the mantua generals on shapeways. I hope this helps. Thanks.
@@goaliegeorge thanks man! I'll check those 3d models out then
Are the (is it ?) link and pin couplings commercially available, or do you make them ?
@@MarkInLA both..? Precision scale has some pockets and there are some other companies that make some drop-in pockets for Kadee boxes.
I’ve used some of the San Juan Model Co On2 coupler plastic pockets also, then can either make the links or buy them.
If you go to Thoms YT channel, he has posted a lot of our Civil War Modelers Zoom meets where things like that are discussed in further detail.
Is this Atlanta?
Atlanta to Chattanooga.
i ❤ trains
What if like to know if what color was used to simulate the Russia Iron on the boiler jackets of these beautiful Never mind, I found it
locomotives.
@@markfrench8892 I used Vallejo gunmetal blue if I remember right. I did a full explanation of the detail work on the General I did on Thom Radice channel about 2-3 years ago.
@@markfrench8892 th-cam.com/video/4fGqWeiFFhI/w-d-xo.htmlsi=OL4adPgb5caon8ip
I hope this helps..
How many locomotives are in the fleet?
@@johnathanlewis2049 I’m not sure. He had about 5-6 that we worked on while I was there.
Follow him on TH-cam. Thom Radice.
Thanks for watching!
I got a layout like this
@@theaussiez5133 oh yea? I’d love to see it!
@@goaliegeorge I actually do
Nice video. The people talking ruin the effect.
Yea. I understand, but I’d rather have the video than none. This layout is too good not to share!! Thanks
@@goaliegeorge Yes, beautiful scenery! Amazing work!
Who is doing all the loud talking in the background........ :(
The owner of the layout and the other guest.. I just gave up and filmed.. sorry.
th-cam.com/video/FpghrgbEo9M/w-d-xo.html