Magazine Issue

January 2005

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Model Railroader has been the leading model train magazine for the past 75 years. Each month, Model Railroader brings you step-by-step modeling projects, fascinating photo tours of model train layouts, unbiased product reviews, new product announcements, tips from the experts, and much more!

Plus, subscribers get exclusive online access to hundreds of track plans, product reviews, videos, bonus articles and more. Whether you’re new to the hobby or a seasoned veteran, this magazine is for you!

Contents
Add it to an existing railroad or use it as the start of something new
By Jim Kelly
How to model a stucco depot
Santa Fe's Lamy, N.M., station is typical Southwestern structure
By Bob Foltz
Right from the start
A smooth-running railroad built by the books(s)
By Dave Roeder
The turn of the 20th century is full of modeling opportunities
By Paul J. Dolkos
Build an upgraded SD40-2
Basic techniques for detailing and painting an MR&T workhorse
By Erik Bergstrom
Wiring your DCC layout to limit operating interruptions
By Paul Chandler
Keeping track of history
Museum's layout brings California's railroad heritage to life
By George Hall
Departments
From the Editor
News & Products
Railway Post Office
Information Desk
Workshop
Step by Step
DCC Corner
Statement of ownership
Trains of Thought
Trackside Photos
Index of Advertisers
Model Railroading is Fun