Two of the South Shore Line’s air-conditioned M.U. cars stand at the road’s downtown South Bend, Ind., depot on La Salle Street in 1967. H. G. Goerke; J. David Ingles coll. It was about 14 years before this evocative photo was snapped by my late train-chasing buddy Hank Goerke that I first stepped off a […]
FULL SCREEN Follow along with the Model Railroader staff as they visit six model railroads, including Steve Otte’s HO scale Cincinnati, Lebanon & Northern model railroad. FULL SCREEN Our group met at Maxim’s train depot restaurant in Oconomowoc, Wisc., for breakfast. The town’s name is pronounced Oh-con-o-mo-woc. The train depot is on the route of the […]
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page The Schnabel car is one of the largest freight cars ever made, and each is designed for a specific purpose. Senior editor Jim Hediger reviews Bachmann’s new HO scale model of the unique car, and he provides some tips on operating one realistically […]
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page The Schnabel car is one of the largest freight cars ever made, and each is designed for a specific purpose. Senior editor Jim Hediger reviews Bachmann’s new HO scale model of the unique car, and he provides some tips on operating one realistically […]
In this article, which originally appeared in the September 2011 issue of Classic Toy Trains, CTT’s Kent Johnson demonstrates how to adapt a track plan from one type of track to another. His example: the Reader’s Choice Railroad, adapted from Lionel O to Lionel FasTrack. Learn the steps for adapting your plan and find an […]
This handy PDF guide has the information you need to get started in the toy train hobby. Learn about locomotives, track planning, layout tips, buying classics, and making scenery! This PDF is a supplement to Classic Toy Trains magazine, your source for toy train tips and how-to articles, track plans, product reviews, collectible items, and […]
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In the April and June 2013 issues, Don Parker shows you how to scratchbuild a railroad bunkhouse. Download a free copy of these drawings, full size for 1:24 scale. […]
Download the PDF of this project here. This PDF is formatted to print on your home printer. Most pieces are formatted to fit on a 8.5″ x 11″ piece of paper. For larger parts of the plan, you will see “break lines.” Line up the break lines to create the larger piece. Please make sure […]
Marc Horovitz Emily gauge-1 locomotive and rolling stock Bachmann Industries1400 E. Erie AvenuePhiladelphia PA 19124Prices: See textWebsite: www.bachmanntrains.com Mostly plastic gauge-1 locomotive and rolling stock from the “Thomas and Friends” TV series; hook-and-loop couplers; metal wheels; moving eyes on locomotive; circuit breaker in engine for overload protectionPros: Well designed and constructed toys; excellent paint and […]
Marc Horovitz Garden Railroad Cleaning & Maintenance Kit Excelle LubricantsPhoenix Unlimited, Ltd.Website: www.phoenixbottles.com Available exclusively from:Wisconsin-Illinois TrainsS83 W18787 Saturn Dr.Muskego WI 53150Price: $79.99Website: www.WI-TRAINS.com Cleaning and lubrication kit; contains motor cleaner and degreaser (12 oz. tub and 6 oz. spray bottle); four 15cc bottles of various lubricants; track conditioner; track-conditioner applicator and handle; screwdriver set; […]
Kevin Strong Gauge 1, code-250 curved switch with 1:20.3-scale ties Sunset Valley Railroad21616 23rd St. Ct. E.Lake Tapps WA 98391Prices: Brass rails, $118; stainless rails, $129Website: www.svrronline.com Gauge-1, curved switch with either brass or stainless-steel rails; plastic ties; outer radius, 90″; inner radius, 38″; #4 frog; standard ties are 1:20.3 scale but 1:32 ties can […]
