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Ideas for raising your railroad

Raising your garden railroad from toe level to something approximating eye level can be quite a bit of work, but it is worth the effort. Imagine yourself saying to your friends “Just lie down on your stomach here on the ground and see how realistic the train looks coming around the bend.” You can guess […]

DCC for Large Scale: A Beginner’s Guide

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November 2020

FEATURES Lionel looked south in 1954 By Roger Carp New diesels represented a neglected region. Splashy and scarce S gauge switchers By Don Heimburger Flyer’s colorful Seaboard diesels upgrade any collection. Traveling north of the border By Dave Rickaby An O gauge excursion on the Canadian Western RR Uniquely familiar Katy boxcar shell By Louis. […]

Preview the December 2020 issue of Classic Toy Trains magazine

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Introducing the all-new Trains.com website

Model Railroader – Trains – Classic Trains – Classic Toy Trains – Garden Railways…All of your favorite brands, under one all-new website! As Executive Producer David Popp explains, that’s what will be arriving soon to help you make the most of your online hobby experience. More videos, layout features, how-to content, and expert insights, will […]

Pullman: America’s Hotel on Wheels

America’s hotel on wheels After a long day of travel, you’ve had a fine dinner and enjoyed a nightcap with new friends in a comfortable lounge a short walk from your table. Now you’re ready for bed, so you head for your room, also a few steps away. It’s small, but not cramped — a […]