Kit #5N – RIP Track Services (N)

(4 customer reviews)

$59.00

RIP (Repair in Place) Track Services, N scale, is a limited production kit of a typical RIP track structure used in yards.  It will add a new wrinkle to your yard operations.   This is a quality craftsman kit with thorough instructions that are amply illustrated.  Included with this kit are laser-cut parts, 3D-printed details, plus more as listed below.

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KIT #5N INFORMATION:

Repair In Place (RIP) track structure, N scale

Laser cut trusses, side walls and bracing, plus 3D-printed crane, jack stands, workbench and more

Details pertinent to a RIP track, including:  crane, car jack stands, welding tanks, crates, trash cans, workbench, tool box, compressor, arc welder, cans and pails

Designed for a short spur or use on a yard track

Footprint is 2″ x 4.5″ for the main building, 1″ x 1.25″ for the work shed

Well-written and thorough instructions and templates; many pictures included in the instructions

Numerous website pictures to assist in building the kit are provided

Unparalleled customer support – we pride ourselves in putting the customer first; you will receive a personal response, usually the same or next day

KIT #5N BACKGROUND:

The yard’s RIP track was a key player in keeping merchandise moving across the railroad.  On-the-spot repairs could be done quickly on a freight car so it could be put on the next train out.  These structures were not fancy, often put together with left-over lumber and some tar paper on the roof to keep the rain off the workers.  All the equipment needed to do a repair on the fly were close at hand:  a crane to raise the car, spare wood to replace a damaged floor board, and welding equipment, to name a few.  Also, spare wheel sets were present for replacement when needed.

Kit will include everything needed to build the structure, including detail castings.  It does not include wheel sets, scenery, flooring material, figures, vehicles, freight cars, glue, paint, trackwork and benchwork.

Note: The design and production of this product is the intellectual property of The TrainMaster, LLC.  Any attempt to commercially copy and/or reproduce this product in any way will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of all applicable laws.

4 reviews for Kit #5N – RIP Track Services (N)

  1. Jim

    The details really making the scene come to life. I went with a wood plank kinda flooring vs. concrete and the main building just begged for a light inside.

    Thanks again for another super-duper kit! It was much enjoyed!

    (note sent to us from Jeff; thanks Jeff, glad you enjoyed the kit!)

  2. Paul (verified owner)

    I appreciate the quality of your kits, and your attention to your customers.

    Paul

    • Jim

      thank you!!!
      Jim

  3. Jim

    Your kit was really fun to build, with the excellent instructions and photos making each step clear.

    • Jim

      Thanks! We work hard at producing good directions with ample pics. Plus, there are more pictures on the website for each kit, plus some videos.

  4. Jim

    Great to see this kit in N! Been waiting for it. Thanks

    • Jim

      Thanks! We are excited about the way the design came together. It really builds quickly and looks great in a yard setting.

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