3D Model: G Scale Shorty Boxcar

The G Scale Shorty Boxcar is a unique model inspired by Bachmann® Li'l Big Haulers® railroad cars. It is printed on a Bambu P1S using PETG filament, with PLA not recommended for outdoor use.

Features:

• Utilizes the Split to Objects tool in Bambu Studio for part organization.
• The roof requires normal (auto) support, while the walls use tree (auto) support.
• Small rods on the wheel frame benefit from manual support.

Parts List:

• 9 @ #2 x ½” pan head screws
• 4 @ #2 x ⅝” pan head screws
• 1 @ Kadee #906 couplers set
• 1 @ Bachmann #92421 31mm Metal Wheel Set (2 of 4)
• 1 @ 2mm Brass Round Rod of desired length

Assembly Instructions:

1. Attach couplers to the floor bottom using #2 x ⅝” pan head screws.
2. Secure walls to the roof with 5 @ #2 x ½” pan head screws.
3. Ensure brake rod holder dimples are on the same side.
4. Use 2 @ #2 x ½” pan head screws to attach one wheel frame to the floor bottom.
5. Insert wheel axle ends into both wheel frames while attaching the other wheel frame to the floor bottom with 2 @ #2 x ½” pan head screws.
6. Slide doors into place.
7. Press assembled floor into walls. Optionally glue with UHU plastics cement or CA glue.
8. Glue brake rod holders into the dimples on the side of the assembled car.
9. Wait for glue to dry.
10. Slide the 2mm Brass Round Rod through the top rod holder and through the single hole in the bottom rod holder until it stops.
11. Determine the desired height of the brake wheel on the rod and cut it if necessary.
12. Slide the rod back in, cut side down, and secure the brake wheel with CA glue.