 Close Enough?
Some products in the general size of T scale may be close enough for most modelers. Here's
an assortment of items that range from 1:400 to 1:500. Shipbuilding accessories, such as railings, figures and details
are particularly useful.
- Scale
Link offers etched brass fences, figures and other detailing items.
- Gold Medal Models has ship detailing sets and kits that
can be a treasure trove of useful goodies.
- Tom's Modelworks is another worthwhile
resource to explore.
Several manufacturers make airplanes and airport accessories that may be of interest.
-
HERPA Wings offers an extensive line of airplanes and airport accessories in 1:400 and 1:500
scales. They have several lines of vehicles that include autos, vans and service equipment.
- Gemini Jets has some exquisite
1:400 airport vehicles—especially noteworthy are their buses.
Architectural firms make use of miniatures to detail their structural models and presentations. Here are some suppliers that might be worth a look.
- 4D modelshop has a vast assortment of items at 1:400 and
1:500.
- Howard Models
makes vehicles, people and trees in a wide range of scales. Although their 1/40" cars are little
more than blobs of metal, they might be useful for background models or to populate parking garages.
- JTT Trees makes a fabulous line
of trees and landscaping materials. Their vehicles are not quite small enough for use in T scale.
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