Peter's Model Railroading
This is a hobby web site owned by Peter Vanvliet. Its primary focus is to document the construction of my model railroad, which is accurately based on the Pennsylvania Railroad's "Chartiers" branch as it existed in the summer of 1924. The models are in S-scale (1:64). Most photos contained within this web site can be clicked to view a larger version. All photos on this web site are copyright © Peter Vanvliet, unless otherwise indicated; All Rights Reserved.
The entire Hazel mine scene as it was on October 25, 2026.
What's My Objective?
My layout, as it stands now, is a single-scene layout built on four individual modules. It captures an uncompressed scene centered around the Hazel coal mine in Canonsburg, PA as it was in 1924, all based on actual drawings and plans. Click on the "Layout" button to get the full details.
The first module is finished. This is the one with the Hazel coal tipple and the partial background. The second module, which is to its left, is finished except for the creek area. The third module, which is to its right, is built and painted and awaiting time for track laying. The fourth module, on the right-hand side, only has the basic box built, but nothing else.
Latest Changes
- October 25, 2026
Work bench improvements. - October 25, 2026
The box for module #3 is finished. - September 4, 2026
A long-awaited new arrival! - July 17, 2026
Started the construction of module #3.
Shameless Plug
If you are looking for software to help you manage your locomotive and rolling stock inventory and you are using a Windows-based computer, consider trying out my FRSTrainTracker application. I released a new version in August 2026. This web site is being maintained using several of my company's other software applications. Software is my full-time job, so hopefully you can support my efforts, as I don't have an advertising budget.