True dedication

Dr. Muff is well known for going the extra mile, but this is way over the top.  I wonder if he's retired?  I can't imagine the time involved, both in the research and then the building.

A museum piece.

Don Wirth

Living in Kansas City....

Living in Kansas City, and having been in Union Station many times, both before and after its restoration, I find this a fascinating article.

Dr. Muff is a truly extraordinary modeler, whose dedication to the creation of this museum quality masterpiece, I think, reflects the exacting nature of his profession.

Looking forward to the continuation of this series.  Truly "awesome."

@Don Wirth

Yes, Nick retired a few years ago, but still does some occasional fill in work at various locations around the U.S. (he's a radiologist).  I'm fortunate to live about 20 minutes from him, so I get to see first hand the latest updates on his RR.  Truly remarkable model railroader!

Al Carter, Mount Vernon, WA

Getting real really?

This is beautiful impressive modeling but it is not a real option for most of us modelers. Congratulations on a geat model

And why would that be?

And why would that be? Too complex or not enough resources (as in no space, no money, no time).

Super Job Nick

Nick,

I first saw and admired your work on this station back when MRH released the video tour of your layout a few years ago. Your station and all of the associated structures are absolutely beautiful. 

Also, you might remember that I contacted you a few years ago about creating an N scale version of both the station and the REA Express structures which I used as a guide to create my 3D printed my version of KCUS. Mine is nowhere close to the level of detail in yours but just enough to give the impression of a large passenger station in N scale.

Thanks again for sharing your great station and layout.

Modeling the ATSF Paradigm Division in N-Scale 

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Kansas City Union Station

Nick, I'm so impressed with the creativity and craftsmanship! I was in KC for the NMRA convention and saw the station. It is a magnificent structure--I wish I had gone inside. My railroad represents Los Angeles in 1954, and the LA Union Passenger Terminal is a focal point. Fortunately for me, I managed to acquire a Walthers kit for the LAUPT. It was made only for a brief time and has long been unavailable from the usual suppliers. However, a friend managed to find one squirreled away in a hobby shop somewhere in the Midwest, and I bought it. My available space won't allow the complete station to be constructed. Also, after some consideration, I decided to locate it so that the iconic facade and columns will be visible to an observer--180 degrees from the prototype. It's my railroad! I'm also including a representation of the REA and baggage handling building located near the LAUPT. Congratulations on a masterful job of recreating the Kansas City scene. It's inspiring to me.