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Professor Carp, with Roger Carp (Trailer)
Classic Toy Trains‘ own Senior Editor Roger Carp is returning to the role of Professor Carp. Roger hosts a video series that explores the histories and nuances of toy trains and the world of collecting — and sometimes repairing prized toy train equipment. Trains.com Unlimited members and video subscribers can see each episode. Only from […]
Professor Carp, with Roger Carp (Trailer)
Classic Toy Trains‘ own Senior Editor Roger Carp is returning to the role of Professor Carp. Roger hosts a video series that explores the histories and nuances of toy trains and the world of collecting — and sometimes repairing prized toy train equipment. Trains.com Unlimited members and video subscribers can see each episode. Only from […]
Scale it Down, with Steve Brown (Trailer)
It’s My Railroad star Steve Brown is hosting a new series on Trains.com focused on keeping model railroading small. N-scale small. Join Steve in Scale it Down, where he takes a classic HO scale layout from the editors and producers at Model Railroader and makes it small enough to fit in with his layout. For […]
Scale it Down, with Steve Brown (Trailer)
It’s My Railroad star Steve Brown is hosting a new series on Trains.com focused on keeping model railroading small. N-scale small. Join Steve in Scale it Down, where he takes a classic HO scale layout from the editors and producers at Model Railroader and makes it small enough to fit in with his layout. For […]
Back on Track, with Gerry Leone (Trailer)
Host and star of MRVP’s Off the Rails, Gerry Leone, is returning to Trains.com with a new series on building a new layout for his home in the Pacific Northwest — Back on Track. In recent years, Gerry not only scrapped his old layout, but he moved from his existing home in a brand-new house […]
MR Insider: A Virtual Visit with Hal Miller and David Popp
What’s better than hanging out with Hal Miller and David Popp in the Model Railroader / Classic Toy Trains Workshop? The chance to repeat the experience! Enjoy this full replay of their hour-long trackside/layout-side chat, which was originally presented as a livestream session during the World’s Greatest Hobby Virtual Show on Saturday, April 17, 2021. […]
May 2021
In every issue News p. 4 New twists on existing technology: container system for auto racks, bus-light rail hybrid Bill Stephens p. 9 Ron Batory set new standard at FRA Brian Solomon p. 10 Looking back at Amtrak at 50 Preservation p. 46 Restoration of B&O EA No. 51 Train-Watching p. 48 Hot spot: Alexandria, […]
June 2021
Also in this issue: ON TRAINS.COM, pg. 6 The latest features on our website FROM THE EDITOR, pg. 8 Even better than the real thing NEWS & PRODUCTS, pg. 12 Hobby industry news RAILWAY POST OFFICE, pg. 18 Letters from our readers ASK MR, pg. 20 Why were so many hoppers parked in the middle […]
Model Railroader’s 2021 Essential Product Guide
Model Railroader’s 2021 Essential Product Guide Sponsored By: Industry Partners of Model Railroader magazine There has never been a better time to be a model railroader. Advancements in product technologies have made the hobby more realistic, easier to operate, and frankly more fun than ever before! This article highlights some of the top products on […]
New type of virtual model train show will be held in April
The first virtual model train show to replicate the in-person train show experience, an event dubbed World’s Greatest Hobby Online, will take place on April 17th. The event is sponsored by the World’s Greatest Hobby, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. It will feature digital exhibits and keynote addresses from some of the best-known model train […]
April 2021
In every issue News p. 4 Interview: NJ Transit CEO discusses successful effort to meet PTC deadline Bill Stephens p. 9 A house near the tracks: There’s no better place to learn to love trains Brian Solomon p. 10 Passenger and freight separation? Considering the effects of dividing railroad networks Preservation p. 44 Eight events to look forward to in 2021 Train-Watching p. […]
