Roundhouses, Turntables, and Shops -- 208 Pages

Roundhouses, Turntables, and Shops from Firecrown offers modelers and railfans a fascinating glimpse into the railroad icons of a bygone era.

To the men who worked them, steam locomotives were living, breathing machines — each with its own personality, quirks, and demands. And like any living thing, they needed a home.

What You'll Discover:

In Roundhouses, Turntables, and Shops, you'll embark on a guided tour through the labor-intensive world of the steam-era locomotive terminal, including:

• The roundhouse
• The turntable
• The coaling tower
• The water station
• The shop

A Journey into the Past:

This book features beautiful period photographs and detailed text, illustrating how the myriad workers at these facilities came together to keep locomotives rolling. It reveals a level of care and craft in the railroad industry that will never be seen again.

208 pages of rich history and insight await you in this must-have for railroading enthusiasts.