A New Modelling Scale
for NZR Prototypes
A Group of New Zealand Railway
Modellers are developing this new New Zealand Modelling Scale to complement
existing scales. As the name suggests,
the scale is 1:48, or 1/4 of an inch to the foot, commonly known as O Scale
(US). However, as the New Zealand
Prototype uses a gauge of 3ft 6in, the scale track gauge is 22.23mm.
NZ48 fills a void between
the current NZR prototype model scales, allowing good detail but still small
enough to fit a reasonable layout in your average bedroom or garage. It also enjoys the huge advantage of being
able to use the vast range of vehicles, figures and accessories already
produced in 1:48 scale for model railroaders and doll-house miniature
enthusiasts, plus shared opportunities with those currently modeling in the
1:48 scale of On30.
The aim is to work to Prototype fine
scale standards. For those who wish to
avail themselves of commercially available Flexi-Track, Points, Track Gauges,
etc, Standard āSā Scale runs on a track gauge of 22.42mm (only 0.19mm over
scale for NZ48). Tests indicate it is feasible to run rolling stock to the NZ48 fine scale
standard on standard S Scale track. The best of both
worlds.
Further information is available in
the December 2014 edition of the Journal
We are looking for Manufacturers and
Modellers who are interested in helping us develop this scale as a viable
option for NZ Modellers
If you are interested in helping,
please contact:
Greg at krisalys@outlook.com, or Fergus at drydoc@xtra.co.nz
Or
Join us on the NZ48 Yahoo Group
NZ48 - NZR Prototype in āOā Fine Scale