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Senior editor Dana Kawala installed a SoundTraxx Econami ECO-100 Digital Command Control (DCC) sound decoder into a Trix HO scale United States Railway Administration light 2-8-2 steam locomotive. Check out this demo of the new Econami decoder on the Model Railroader staff’s club layout, the Milwaukee, Racine & Troy. […]
Eric White, Editor eric.white@firecrown.com Eric White has been the editor of Model Railroader since June 2022. He started with Kalmbach Publishing as an associate editor in 2014, moving up to senior editor in 2020 before being promoted to editor following Carl Swanson’s move to Trains magazine editor. Highlights of Eric’s career have included visiting and interviewing […]
Also in this issue: ON TRAINS.COM, pg. 6 The latest features on our website FROM THE EDITOR, pg. 8 Anniversaries and milestones NEWS AND REVIEWS, pg. 10 Hobby industry news ASK MR, pg. 18 Milwaukee, Racine & Troy western terminus STEP BY STEP, pg. 24 Swinging into autumn with handbuilt oak trees ON OPERATION, pg. […]
Frequently Asked Questions for Model Railroader readers Q: I’m getting into model railroading again after years. Where do I start? A: We recommend starting with our Beginners section and reading Ask Trains or working through several Free Downloads about model railroading. Trains.com Members may also enjoy entertaining video tutorials and explanations in Expert Tips and […]
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Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page In this second of of two videos, David Popp shows how to complete a standard T-Trak module by filling it with foam insulation board and attaching the N scale track (Kato USA Unitrack) in the specified position. The fun has only just begun, […]
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Compact tabletop model railroading comes to MRVP in a big way! In this first of two videos, David Popp shows how to assemble a standard 12 x 14-inch T-Trak module. A Dream Team of Kalmbach staffers and contributors will then develop unique […]
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Model Railroader associate editor Cody Grivno is back in the workshop where he will show you the difference between Dullcote and fixative when weathering a model with pastel powders. He’ll also show you a selection of new model railroad products, including a quick […]
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Host Hal Miller brings you this single-stall edition featuring NMRA Vice President and Master Model Railroader Gerry Leone. Hal points the conversation toward Gerry’s remarkable Bona Vista HO scale layout and its various iterations that have appeared in numerous Model Railroader publications. You’ll […]
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page The Rehab crew is back in the basement to get a number of projects on Chuck Sable’s HO scale layout underway. Host Drew Halverson and Chuck get things started by building up the terrain for a lakefront scene. David Popp shares details on […]
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page MRVP Video Vault host Allen Keller visits Chuck Hitchcock’s Atchison Topeka & Santa Fe Argentine Division HO scale layout that depicts transition-era railroading and scenery in the heart of Kansas. […]
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Multi-talented model railroader Malcolm Furlow demonstrates techniques for weathering an out-of-the-box steam locomotive. Malcolm adds his artistry using chalks, drybrushing, and an airbrush. […]
