by Model Trailways! We are nearing completion - this will be a GREAT kit! Hoping to have this out in December - stay tuned for the release!
Building a Western Mountain
Circa Late 1800’s
and early 1900’s
MODEL
TRAILWAYS KIT NO. MS6004
Technical
Characteristics:
Scale 1:12 ,
1” = 1 foot
Length 9.75”
Width 5.25”
Height 5.25” (minus whip)
Kit design, plans, instructions, and prototype model by Ken Foran , 2012
Before
You Begin
The Western Mountain Buckboard is a
historic and distinctly American vehicle and makes a splendid model. The
buckboard originated in the mountainous areas of the north eastern states and
the design moved west with pioneers and evolved into a pleasure and utility
vehicle. The original versions were nothing more than a seat bolted to a long
spring board attached to two axles. Over time, more refinements were added for
pleasure and enjoyment. This model is an example of that evolution with the
addition of the front spring and the rear Shuler Spring. The rear Shuler Spring
combines the features of the helical coil and torsion spring enabling the
vehicle to withstand the rigors of rough mountainous terrain due to its
flexibility of design. This three point suspension concept was later adopted by
the Model T automobile. At 1" = 1' 0” (1:12 ) scale, it is relatively easy to build and obtain
precise detail. Laser-cut parts offer a simple building method. Britannia
(white metal) fittings, and brass photo etch parts eliminate creating parts
from scratch.
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