CNW SD18 #6622

[DRGW 5398]

Hey Guys,

Just finished my CNW SD18, model started out as an Atlas SD24 that I rebuilt to match the prototype by replacing the access doors behind the cab on the conductors side, the blower duct and the associated doors where all replaced with the correct ones as on the prototype. CNW 6622 was the first SD18 on the North Western. My model represents faded Zito (Safety Yellow) Paint and I weathered it to match the prototype.



This photo shows the replaced access doors behind the cab.



These are really interesting prototypes...and make cool looking models!

[NCCR 2580]

Very Nice Work!!! I love it!! I have a soft spot for this stuff, Great Job!

[Randy Earle]

That's Cool.

[conrailjon]

Holy crap Andrew that thing looks amazing! Cam's gonna crap his pants when he sees this!

[gtw4633]

!!!!!! I can't wait to get mine now! Great Job Andrew!!!

[gnsteve]

Good work Andrew.

[icghogger]

Great Job, Andrew, the weathered finish (rust and all) is Spot-On!!

[DRGW 5398]

Thanks for the comments guys, I am actually planning on doing two more of these! They are a lot of work but are well worth the effort!

PEIR, I don't know if you saw it or not, but I have actually done CNW 4162, rebuilt GP7 and am planning on doing two more rebuilt GP7's here shortly. Probably CNW 4160 and 4184. The 4162 is actually on this site, should be in the "Your Roster Shots" section. Eventually I will get around to doing a few GP9's, SD40-2's, C41-8's and C44-9W's.

As for the weathering, I tried to match the prototype to give it that years of hard work look. There is still a few things I want to weather but didn't get the chance to do so yet.