Track weathering - part 1

 

The next phase on the layout is track weathering and ballasting. In preparation, I researched on YouTube and selected a few methods. Here are the main videos - I have a more detailed analysis on AirTable.

As it turns out, I previously purchased some of the required paints:

LS Models BB 15020

 

A new engine from LS Models

Prototypical machine

Here are a couple of photos from the real engine:

https://www.flickr.com/photos/jobiwannn/8571753735/

https://www.flickr.com/photos/jobiwannn/8608560345/

https://www.flickr.com/photos/richardlatten/51226168168/

https://www.flickr.com/photos/154547444@N06/51360831560/

Model engine

And here's the model:

It's equipped with an ESU LokSound v5 sound decoder and I gave it the DCC address #1520:

REE BB 16019

 

The brand new BB 16019 from REE Modèles.

Prototypical machine

Here are a couple of photos from the real engine:

https://www.flickr.com/photos/jobiwannn/51674190308/

https://www.flickr.com/photos/140872618@N04/31846172158/

Model engine

And here's the model - it's my first mode with working pantographs:

It's equipped with an ESU Sound decoder and I gave it the DCC address #1619:

And a short video: