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Weathering 101: Fast, Realistic Techniques for Locomotives and Freight Cars Published 2025-08-20 • 8–10 minute read In this guide: Mindset: less is more Powders: fast, forgiving realism Washes and streaks Chipping and edge wear Ballast dust & road grime A simple starter kit FAQ Weathering is storytelling. Every streak and stain hints at years of service: hot brake dust on a boxcar, fuel drips below a cab step, sun‑faded paint near a roof walk. The secret is restraint—a …