- An excellent perfect bound, paperback reference for those modelers who want to add coal operations to their layout.
- Thru the heavy use of photos and diagrams, this book offers an in-depth look at where coalfields are located and how coal is mined.
- You'll also find information and tips about: * Underground and surface mines * Tipples, breakers, and loaders * Types of coal * Historic coal-hauling railroads * Railroad operations and equipment * Compnay towns Prototype photos, drawings and information to accurately replicate the industries, including a historical overview of the industry.
- Detailed and easy-to-follow with more than 130 color photos, and 70 black-and-white photos.
