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Welcome to the Reading Modeler!
The purpose of this website is to provide an "electronic interchange" where individuals interested in model railroading and railroad history pertaining to the Reading Company and related railroads can obtain and share both prototype and model-related information. Just as cars are set out and picked up at the interchange, we hope that the content presented on the site will be dynamic as well, with new content continually being added as information is shared.
We will do our best to share information provided to us as quickly as possible; however, your patience is appreciated, as this is a volunteer labor of love in between full-time jobs, families, and our own modeling activities! Please don't be afraid to provide constructive criticism regarding the site's design or the manner in which content is organized and presented. If there's something you'd like to see included on the site, or more importantly, something you'd like to SHARE, please let us know! Our goal is to include as much information as possible that is of interest to those of you viewing the site,so please don't be shy about making your opinions known. Most of all, ENJOY the site, and THANKS for visiting! |
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| Our New 40-Foot ''Banner'' Boxcar Decals Have Arrived! |
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 The Reading Modeler is pleased to announce the release of our FIFTH decal set - lettering for Reading Company 40-Foot Boxcars in the famouns "Banner" or "Billboard" paint scheme from the 1960s - 1970s! Click on "Read More" for details!
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Posted by conductor on Monday, July 26, 2010 @ 00:30:02 EST (39 Reads)(Read More... | 1960 bytes more | comments? | Score: 0) |
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| Introducing our Reading Company Roman Boxcar Decals |
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The Reading Modeler is pleased to announce the release of our FOURTH decal set - lettering for Reading Company boxcars in the "Roman" lettering scheme from 1940-1957! Click on "Read More" for details!
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Posted by conductor on Tuesday, March 30, 2010 @ 20:33:05 EST (294 Reads)(Read More... | 2462 bytes more | comments? | Score: 4.5) |
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| Reading Company Cast Iron Crossing Signs Now Available! |
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The Reading Modeler is happy to announce the release of our Reading Company "old style" cast-iron crossing signs in HO Scale! Before moved toward cheaper steel crossing signs in the final years of the railroad's existence, the Reading's distinctive 50-degree crossbucks and "STOP LOOK LISTEN" signs were made from cast iron, like the road's other wayside signs. Even though the railroad began phasing them out, they could still be seen guarding grade crossings on secondary branch lines well into the Conrail/NS era, including one example on the Reading & Northern in Leesport, PA as recently as a few years ago!
Like our wayside sign decal set, our crossing sign set will help you give your layout that true "Reading" look. The kit includes sufficient pre-cut "laser board" sign blanks and decals to model 4 grade crossing signs, affixed to the post of your choice. In addition to the crossbucks, the kit includes two sizes of the round "STOP LOOK LISTEN" discs, as well as a rectangular "Do Not Cross..." sign that was used at some crossings. The kit pieces are to be affixed to a post of the modeler's choice to allow for maximum modeling flexibility - the modeler can choose to include flashers, depending on the location being modeled. To read a review of these signs, please visit our Reviews page.
The Reading Company crossing sign kits are $4.00 each, including shipping, and are in stock and ready to ship. To order, please visit the Reading Modeler Company Store!
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Posted by conductor on Wednesday, June 03, 2009 @ 11:14:43 EST (637 Reads)(comments? | Score: 5) |
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| Reading Company Gondola Decals Now Available in HO Scale! |
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The Reading Modeler is pleased to announce the release of our new decal set for Reading gondolas painted in the green/yellow "speed lettering" scheme from the 1960s and 1970s! Click on "Read More" for details!
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Posted by conductor on Wednesday, December 17, 2008 @ 00:58:09 EST (822 Reads)(Read More... | 3007 bytes more | comments? | Score: 5) |
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| UPDATED! Upcoming Area Train Shows / Model Railroading Events! |
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 Here is some information regarding upcoming model/toy train shows in Pennsylvania. The Reading Modeler will publish information regarding similar events on the site as we learn of them; if you know of an event that is not listed here, please click on Contact Us to let us know. This article will be updated as new events are added, so check back often!
Click on Read More for list of events... |
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Posted by conductor on Wednesday, July 30, 2008 @ 22:21:50 EST (1716 Reads)(Read More... | 3369 bytes more | Score: 4.33) |
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| Reading Company Rushland Station Kits Now Available in HO Scale! |
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The Reading Company Technical & Historical Society has produced and has made available for limited release an HO Scale kit of the Reading Company's Rushland Station, located along the New Hope Branch outside of Philadelphia (the present-day New Hope and Ivyland Railroad). Although specific to Rushland, this kit is typical of Reading construction and could be used to represent any number of locations on your layout. If you're feeling ambitious, more than one kit could be combined to replicate a larger depot. The kit includes laser-cut wood sides and trim pieces, roofing material, clear window glazing material, and a cast-metal chimney. Detailed instructions are included. In addition to looking great on your layout, your purchase of a kit helps benefit the Society's preservation efforts and the launch of the Reading Railroad Heritage Museum in Hamburg, PA.
Please note that all proceeds go directly to the RCT&HS. The Reading Modeler is promoting the availability of this kit to help the Society and to raise awareness to Reading fans that might not be Society members. Supplies are limited - order yours today!
Click on "Read More" for photos and instructions on how to order...
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Posted by conductor on Monday, December 10, 2007 @ 00:38:25 EST (1382 Reads)(Read More... | 2621 bytes more | Score: 4.66) |
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| Reading Company Crossing Shanty Kit Now Available in HO Scale! |
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The Reading Company Technical & Historical Society has produced and has made available for limited release an HO Scale Reading Company Crossing Shanty kit. These shanties appeared at grade crossings all along the Reading system, and existed even into the mid to late 1960s in some locations. The kit includes laser-cut wood sides and trim pieces, cardstock roof pre-embossed with shingles, clear window glazing material, and a cast-metal smoke jack and toolbox. Detailed instructions and a prototype photo are included. In addition to looking great on your layout, your purchase of a kit helps benefit the Society's preservation efforts and the launch of the Reading Railroad Heritage Museum in Hamburg, PA.
Please note that all proceeds go directly to the RCT&HS. The Reading Modeler is promoting the availability of this kit to help the Society and to raise awareness to Reading fans that might not be Society members. Supplies are limited - order yours today!
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| September 6, 1945: #2100, the first T-1 4-8-4 steam locomotive, is outshopped at Reading. | |
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