After re-reading the replies to the initial post this is what I came up with -a platform for unloading lumber flats.I just realized that the lumber could be put against the building rather than in front of the platform where it is more likely to fall.


I'm also including the bulkhead flatcar that I have been working on. I deceided rather than put a load on it I made it look like a load was just taken off of it.


Enjoy-Bob

Nice solution for your problem area.

Loren

Thanks Loren

That looks very nice. Well done

Thanks for the compliment Kevin.I appreciate it.I still want to do some weathering on the platform before I install it.Also the ground cover in that area needs a little repair work. Bob

I like the platform!
Ralph

Thanks Ralph.I think it will work out just fine.
Bob

Loooks good.
Glad it all worked out. And will make some nice switching.
Unless you just planned it to be static.

Platform, load, bulkhead flat, that scene could be changed up on a regular basis.
Platform, empty, waiting.
Loaded flat, at the platform.
Lumber on platform, empty flat.

It could give that area a "fresh" look, every time visitors see it.
Good use of space!

88,Sumpter,Thanks for the replies.
I'm not sure if scene will be static or not but as Sumpter suggested I could alternate loaded and empty flat, which is what I am planning on doing at coal dealer.Switch out loaded and empty hopper cars.Given the fact that these are small industries the cars could sit for a couple of days before being switched.
I also like the idea of having lumber on the platform or in my case some pieces leaning on platform as is shown in photo.
Thanks again-Bob