Video: Inside the June 2019 Model Railroader

Inside the June 2019 Model Railroader

    Don’t miss the June issue of Model Railroader magazine. Inside you’ll visit three compact model railroads in HO and N scales. You’ll also learn how to modify a diesel locomotive to match a specific prototype, get an overview of static grass applicators for model railroad scenery, and much more! Follow editor Hal Miller […]

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The History of the Transcontinental Railroad

Back in 1869, the Central Pacific and Union Pacific Railroad worked tirelessly under brutal conditions to drive the last spike, The Golden Spike, at Promontory Summit, Utah Territory, to complete the Transcontinental Railroad. Products could now be manufactured in the east and delivered to the west in under two weeks, benefiting the United States economy, […]

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Train Wiring for Beginners

Train Wiring for Beginners

Does your locomotive spark when it moves? Do you have a mass of indistinguishable wires under your layout? Download this free PDF to learn some basic electrical principles, practices, and commonly used products for layout wiring. […]

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The History of the Transcontinental Railroad

Back in 1869, the Central Pacific and Union Pacific Railroad worked tirelessly under brutal conditions to drive the last spike, The Golden Spike, at Promontory Summit, Utah Territory, to complete the Transcontinental Railroad. Products could now be manufactured in the east and delivered to the west in under two weeks, benefiting the United States economy, […]

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Getting Started in Garden Railroading

Looking to get started in garden railroading? Start by reading our free 17-page PDF. Learn the advantages and disadvantages of each garden scale, pick the right scale and gauge for your garden railroad, and gather the right garden railroad supplies for your backyard railroad. […]

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Train Set Scenery

Train Set Scenery

  Download this free 11-page PDF for train set scenery tips, techniques, and tricks! In this free download you will learn how to enhance the overall appearance of a layout, how to make artificial grass for models, and where to buy modeling scenery, structures, and tools. […]

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