Quick Overview
Owner
Perry Squier
Prototype
Prototypical representation of the PS&N in Pennsylvania and New York
Era
1923
Physical Location
50 miles northwest – About 1:15 travel time
Layout Dimensions
29’ x 33’
Mainline Run
390′
Scale
HO
Scenery
100%
Pets
No
Handicap Accessible
No
Description
The Pittsburg, Shawmut & Northern RR was a coal hauling railroad that ran from the coal fields in western PA to an eventual interchange with the DL&W in northwestern NY. Along the way there are interchanges with the PRR, Erie, and the P&S.
It was in receivership throughout its existence and finally was sold for scrap in 1947. I model the fall of 1923 when business was good and coal orders were high. Fast clock time is 2 ½ to 1.
Operations
What to know about the operations of this layout.
Control System
NCE DCC
Dispatching
TT&TO
Communications
Company telephone
Car Routing
Car cards/waybills
What to Bring/Needed
Nothing needed
Pace
Relaxed
Crew Size
10
Operating Positions
Dispatcher
Operator
St. Marys Yardmaster
St. Marys Assistant Yardmaster
Angelica Yardmaster
Hornell Yardmaster
Road Crews (4 positions)
Gallery
