1.5" Scale Ride Astride Passenger Car Kits

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1.5" Scale Ride Astride Passenger Car Kits

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Now available for 1.5" scale are easy to assembly kits for ride astride passenger cars. No welding required and goes together with simple tools; just glue, screws, and some clamps are needed to put the kit together.

Kit includes 18 CNC cut pieces from quality sanded ¾" Baltic Birch Plywood + ½" Baltic Birch Plywood Seat + easy to follow instructions.
(Trucks, couplers and assembly hardware not included)

Features of the car include:
Puzzle piece style constructions decreased assembly time and increases strength while keeping weight down.
Integrated lifting handles on end (also doubles as hand holds for kids while riding) and under seat
Cargo space under seat for tools or brake equipment
Pre cut holes for standard center beam 1"x2" steel tubing (Not included in kit)
Large foot rests
6' overall length will comfortable fit three adults

Cost for the kits are $250 plus shipping. Payments accepted are PayPal or Check. Send a PM to SPSteam2491 for ordering and shipping prices. Quantity discounts are available.
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Layout of included pieces (end details and seat are not shown in this picture but are included in the kit)
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Nicely done!!
I've hauled similar cars before, and they are excellent in function.
If I had a way to haul one with my loco in my truck...
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I am working on a shorter version for 1.5" scale as well as a 1" scale version. This current design also will not fit in the back of my truck (with the tailgate up).
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Any chance they can be ordered without the handle holes? Also, what would shipping be for a pair of kits to the zip code 12211? Thanks.
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Ben, PM sent.
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Nice alternative to the steel versions! Great price. If we get our portable track going, may have to pick up a few for public hauling.
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Do you have a version for 2.5" equipment? If so, how much?

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Terry, currently I do not have a 2.5" scale version but am in the process of creating designs for one. Price will be difficult to determine at this point, not sure how large the market is out there for 2.5" scale ride on cars.
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I am curious; why would somebody want a 2.5"/foot (3' narrow gauge) scale version of a car that has no prototype? Making it taller and wider seems questionable; would that not reduce the stability of these cars, which is there primary reason to exist? I remember trying to squeeze into scale gondola cars years ago; these new rider cars are a terrific risk reduction for all clubs.
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If anyone is interested, I will be at the Triennial in June and can deliver kits to the meet for free. Send a PM if you are interested in a kit.
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Re: 1.5" Scale Ride Astride Passenger Car Kits

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I'm curious about the clearance above the railhead under the drop section.
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