This outfit is from the fun era of toy trains when what people bought were representations of the real thin, not scale models. […]
Video: Tinplate line starter set by Lionel-MTH
Section: Videos
How to use the Kadee Gripper to work on model train cars
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Model Railroader associate editor Cody Grivno shows how to use the Kadee five-prong gripper to test screws on your freight cars. […]
Basic Training: How to install rail joiners
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Scale model railroad track uses rail joiners to connect the rails. In this basic training video you’ll learn about different types of rail joiners and learn the proper technique for installing them. […]
Video: A visit to Trainfest 2011
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Get an overview of Trainfest 2011 with Model Railroader managing editor David Popp. You’ll see some of the many club layouts featured at “America’s largest operating model railroad show. This year’s show was held on November 12-13, 2011 and celebrated its 40th anniversary. […]
Building Model Railroader’s HO scale Virginian Ry. part 1
Managing editor David Popp takes you on a tour of the HO scale Virginian Ry. He’ll show you some of the key features of this expandable 4 x 8 model train layout. You’ll also learn how the prototype railroad inspired the design. The first part of the Virginian Ry. series appears in the January 2012 […]
Building Model Railroader’s HO scale Virginian Ry. part 3
The HO scale Virginian Ry. uses open-grid benchwork construction. Managing editor David Popp shows how to build open-grid benchwork for this 4 x 8 model railroad. […]
Building Model Railroader’s HO scale Virginian Ry part 4: Benchwork top
Watch as Model Railroader managing editor David Popp transfers the track plan to the benchwork tabletop. You’ll also see how David uses a saber saw to cut the cookie-cutter style benchwork for this model train layout. […]
Video: Bachmann HO scale steam passenger train set
Learn how to set up and operate the Bachmann HO scale Durango & Silverton passenger train set. The ready-to-run train set includes a steam locomotive, passenger cars, track, and a power pack. […]
Video: LGB large scale Santa Fe steam freight set
This large scale train set features a steam locomotive with an operating smoke unit. Learn how to set up this ready-to-run model train set that includes track and a power pack. […]
Video: PIKO HO scale ICE passenger train set
This HO scale passenger train set from PIKO includes a power pack an a lot of track, including two curved turnouts. Learn how to set up and operate this ready-to-run model train set with Model Railroader senior editor Dana Kawala. […]
Video: Athearn Trains HO scale Warbonnet Express train set
Model Railroader associate editor Cody Grivno shows you how to set up and operate the Athearn Trains HO scale Warbonnet Express freight train set. The set includes a loop of track, diesel-electric locomotive, freight cars, and a power pack. […]
Video: PIKO large scale Santa Fe freight train set
Learn how to set up and operate this large scale model train set with Model Railroader associate editor Cody Grivno. He’ll show you how to put together the track and attached the power pack that controls the trains. […]
