Description: TJ-HO 5-Leg "Pile" Trestle JigTJ4RHOA Hon3 4-Leg Trestle JigAB-HO Arch Bridge JigTB-HO Truss Bridge JigDB-HO Deck Bridge Jig All Black Bear kits come with a laser cut acrylic construction jig that is designed to last a lifetime. Complete drawings and instructions are included with the jig. The Howe Truss Bridge revolutionized timber bridge construction. It's structural integrity makes efficient use of wood's ability to withstand compressive stress. It is characterized by heavy members that lean inward. These inward leaning members and top chord carry compression. The vertical members (typically iron rods) and bottom chord carry tension. The outward leaning members aren't actually needed in static situations. However, the dynamic loading applied by a moving train makes them necessary. Just about every timber bridge built after the Civil War is a Howe Truss Bridge. Laser cut acrylic with 1/4" thick base and 1/16" top plate.Builds standard gauge or narrow gauge, HO scale truss bridge.Easily cleaned with soap and water.White glue does not stick to the jig.Slots work with basswood sizes specified.Clearance hole keeps glue away from the jig and lets you clean the glue joints front and back.Build a long side panel for a string of bridges by continuing the bottom chord out the ends of the jig.
Price: 450 USD
Location: Fremont, California
End Time: 2025-01-25T08:04:01.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Brand: Black Bear Construction Company
Type: Bridge
Color: White
Set Includes: Construction
Scale: 1:87
Gauge: HO
