Meet Carl Swanson in this first-ever installment of Q&A with the Editors. Yes, Trains Magazine Editor Carl Swanson speaks with Digital Editor Steve Sweeney about his time at Kalmbach, interests in railroading, and – of course – his leadership role at Trains Magazine. This video series is exclusively for Trains.com Unlimited Members to get to […]
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Come out to Iowa for a mainline steam run in June 2022 as the Central States Steam Preservation Association moves QJ-class 2-10-2 No. 6988 from Newton, IA to Silvis, IL over the rails of the Iowa Interstate Railroad. The engine is heading east with 2000 tons of freight to the former Rock Island steam shops, […]
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Looking for help with your model railroad? Cody answers this question in this video of Ask Trains. Are you looking to learn more about your model railroad, or do you have questions about full-size trains? Send us an email at: AskTrains@trains.com ………………………………… Ask Trains is a regular video feature of Trains.com for magazine subscribers and Trains.com […]
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Come out to Iowa for a mainline steam run in June 2022 as the Central States Steam Preservation Association moves QJ-class 2-10-2 No. 6988 from Newton, IA to Silvis, IL over the rails of the Iowa Interstate Railroad. The engine is heading east with 2000 tons of freight to the former Rock Island steam shops, […]
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Covered hoppers on a coal-hauling railroad? It makes perfect sense. Cody answers this question in this video of Ask Trains. Do you have questions on model railroading or full-size railroads? Send us an email at: AskTrains@trains.com ………………………………… Ask Trains is a regular video feature of Trains.com for magazine subscribers and Trains.com members, where editors answer the […]
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Trains LIVE — Rail Safety Week! Trains LIVE — 09-21-2022 — This week, Bob Lettenberger talks with Gary Koerner, Wisconsin state coordinator for Operation Lifesaver, about how you can stay safe around trains and Rail Safety Week. Rail Safety Week (Sept. 19-25, 2022) is an annual event calling our attention to what could be a […]
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In this episode of Midday Modeler — 09-21-2022 we are at David Popp’s house where David and co-host, Eric White, provide a tour of the latest layout projects (including an Olympia update). A few viewer questions from last week’s episode are answered. David also shows off his slot car tracks and game room! Midday Modeler […]
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Trains LIVE — Rail Safety Week! Trains LIVE — 09-21-2022 — This week, Bob Lettenberger talks with Gary Koerner, Wisconsin state coordinator for Operation Lifesaver, about how you can stay safe around trains and Rail Safety Week. Rail Safety Week (Sept. 19-25, 2022) is an annual event calling our attention to what could be a […]
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Trains LIVE — Rail Safety Week! Trains LIVE — 09-21-2022 — This week, Bob Lettenberger talks with Gary Koerner, Wisconsin state coordinator for Operation Lifesaver, about how you can stay safe around trains and Rail Safety Week. Rail Safety Week (Sept. 19-25, 2022) is an annual event calling our attention to what could be a […]
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In this episode of Midday Modeler — 09-21-2022 we are at David Popp’s house where David and co-host, Eric White, provide a tour of the latest layout projects (including an Olympia update). A few viewer questions from last week’s episode are answered. David also shows off his slot car tracks and game room! Midday Modeler […]
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What are the duties and responsibilities of a trainmaster? Cody answers this question in this video of Ask Trains. Do you have questions on model railroading or full-size railroads? Send us an email at: AskTrains@trains.com ………………………………… Ask Trains is a regular video feature of Trains.com for magazine subscribers and Trains.com members, where editors answer the questions […]
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Q: I have an HO scale plastic bus. I want to cut out a section in the middle in order to shorten it. I’m looking for suggestions as to what tools and techniques will give me the best results when cutting out the sections of roof, sides, and undercarriage. I’m also looking for suggestions as […]
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