Cyber Monon Modeling

Modeling The Monon

Modeling In Cyber Space.

Cybermodeling is on track (No pun intended) to become the next big breakthrough in model railroading. Those modelers lacking the space to build a layout have turned to the computer for their model railroading fix. There are several train simulator programs out there today. The most popular by far is Microsoft Train Simulator (MSTS). The other prefered simulator is "Trainz" by an Australian company called Auran. A common analogy among cybermodlers is MSTS is like HO while Trainz is sort of like O27. MSTS is graphically more detailed and gives a more protypical feel when operating. MSTS has a huge following and free add on components can be found at Train-Sim.com.

Trainz is less graphically complex, but offers many features not available in MSTS and is easier to use, upgrade, and develop new routes. MSTS is still in the initial version (V1.1) , but a new one (V2( is expected to be available later in 2004. Trainz released their V2 just before Christmas 2003 . Both venues are FUN!

Steve Mosier has accurately recreated the Monon from Youngtown to Ashgrove. It is available to download at Train-Sim.com for free. To date, there are no Monon layouts available for Trainz.

There are several other "also ran"s in the train simulator field but they are nearly totally eclipsed by MSTS and Trainz.

Images Courtesy Of George Carpenter.

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MSTS rendition of a Monon F3 (F7 actually) storming out of Whitefish Yard in Montana. Engine repaint by Rick Lamp	Morning Lineup at McDoel Roundhouse

Number 6 enters New Albany near the new VI Tower (to right).	Number 6 approaches North Wye. The old NAS yard is out of camera view to the right.

Back Home Again In Indiana!! With the looming K&IT bridge fading behind, Number 6 comes home.	North bound freight passing under Indiana 37 south of Bloomington.

North Bound 4 At mile marker E8	Another monon cyber modeling shot

McDoel Yard View	View from the cab.

McDoel Yard, New Hoppers And NW2	Close Up Of NW2.

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