The prototype veries too! Height is usually either 8'6" or 9'6" and width is 8'. Swap bodies look similar to containers but are not stackable, they can be wider (2.6m is typical).
Correct Container sizes F vs M
I´ve a mixture of Fleischmann and Minitrix container wagons, however the containers are not the same size in height and width. The F versions seem wider and higher. What are the correct sizes for 20ft and 40ft containers in N gauge? If you have the prototype dimensions then please post those and I´ll just divide by 160.
thanks
thanks
1 - 6 of 6 Posts
QUOTE (Edwin @ 10 Oct 2007, 12:01) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>The prototype veries too! Height is usually either 8'6" or 9'6" and width is 8'. Swap bodies look similar to containers but are not stackable, they can be wider (2.6m is typical).
Are they the ones with the 4 thin legs that can extend downwards? I think the F versions are based on these. Thanks for the info.
Are they the ones with the 4 thin legs that can extend downwards? I think the F versions are based on these. Thanks for the info.
QUOTE (simonj @ 11 Oct 2007, 23:20) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>Are they the ones with the 4 thin legs that can extend downwards? I think the F versions are based on these. Thanks for the info.
Swap bodies often, but not always, have folding legs so the road trailer can be driven out from underneath them.
Swap bodies often, but not always, have folding legs so the road trailer can be driven out from underneath them.
Found this on Wiki giving full dimensions of all types.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Containerizat...ns_and_payloads
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Containerizat...ns_and_payloads
QUOTE (simonj @ 14 Oct 2007, 00:34) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>Found this on Wiki giving full dimensions of all types.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Containerizat...ns_and_payloads
That is a most useful website, and reminded me that I am supposed to be building a huge container terminal for my new layout!!
![]()
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Containerizat...ns_and_payloads
That is a most useful website, and reminded me that I am supposed to be building a huge container terminal for my new layout!!
1 - 6 of 6 Posts
- This is an older thread, you may not receive a response, and could be reviving an old thread. Please consider creating a new thread.
Model Railway Forum
A forum community dedicated to Model train and railway owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about collections, displays, models, styles, scales, motors, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more!
Full Forum Listing
Explore Our Forums
Recommended Communities
