I modeled the train by making a spline cage first, and then I patched the cage together. That includes making only half of the shape first and mirror when you’re done. I did that to make sure I got the shape right, instead of fiddling with extruding edges and polygons and what not. Especially since I had a hard time finding good reference photos that was suitable for modeling.
Whether it was the best or the fastest way to model isn’t up to me to decide. But I’m very happy with the end result, which is all that matters.
