Indeed, good information. Thanks to Mr. Strong, who had a good article on scale and gauge in the August 09 issue.
I have a couple of Big Hauler locos and assorted cars, and have been looking at putting in some Aristocraft buildings - which seem to be 1:29 (yes?). I'd like to have some fun with naming the local saloon after some of my in-laws.
When my 6'0" grandfather (engineer), who is 3.2" high (in Bachmann scale) descends from his cab and steps through the doorway of the 1:29 scale (Aristocraft) Eagan Saloon, he'll be 7'9" tall.
Is there just too much difference of scale between Bachmann rolling stock (22.5:1) and Aristocraft (29.0:1) to use them together?
If so, is anyone aware of buildings (either already assembled or in kit) that are more compatible with Bachmann scale? Looking for 1890's - 1920's vintage. Or am I being too persnickity?
Thanks,
Leif
I have a couple of Big Hauler locos and assorted cars, and have been looking at putting in some Aristocraft buildings - which seem to be 1:29 (yes?). I'd like to have some fun with naming the local saloon after some of my in-laws.
When my 6'0" grandfather (engineer), who is 3.2" high (in Bachmann scale) descends from his cab and steps through the doorway of the 1:29 scale (Aristocraft) Eagan Saloon, he'll be 7'9" tall.
Is there just too much difference of scale between Bachmann rolling stock (22.5:1) and Aristocraft (29.0:1) to use them together?
If so, is anyone aware of buildings (either already assembled or in kit) that are more compatible with Bachmann scale? Looking for 1890's - 1920's vintage. Or am I being too persnickity?
Thanks,
Leif