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While we may no longer be printing Garden Railways magazine, we’re adding new content to Trains.com every week! Here’s a few recent items, and a preview of what’s coming in the next month. Become a Trains.com member so you don’t miss any of this great content! If you have a story suggestion, email editor@gardenrailways.com Kitbashing […]
Up in May … We’re always adding new content to our website! Here’s a sneak peek at a few items coming up soon. Travel: Exploring London by rail Exploring London by rail unlocks the best the metropolis has to offer. As one of the world’s great cities, London is a popular destination for American travelers […]
Model railroad track codes Breaking the Code Model railroad track is sold in rail height variations called “codes.” This indicates the height of the rail in thousandths of an inch. Common sizes in HO scale: Code 100 (.100″) Code 83 (.083″) Code 70 (.070″) Common sizes in N scale: Code 80 (.080″) Code 55 (.055″) […]
BALTIMORE — CSX has donated $50,000 to the Maryland Tough Baltimore Strong Key Bridge Fund, the railroad has announced. The fund, established by the Baltimore Community Foundation, supports families, port workers, first responders, small businesses, and communities affected by the March 26 Key Bridge tragedy. “Our thoughts and prayers are with those impacted by this […]
Also in this issue: ON TRAINS.COM, pg. 6 The latest features on our website FROM THE EDITOR, pg. 8 Hobby milestones: The creation of N scale NEWS AND PRODUCTS, pg. 10 Rapido Canadian Pacific class D10 4-6-0 review, plus the latest new products ASK MR, pg. 16 Why are there no kits for a glass plant? […]
In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the Model Railroader Hall of Fame May nominees. For those of you joining us for the first time, we’re creating a hall of fame as part of our 90th anniversary year. The rules for nomination are simple. The inductee must have made a significant contribution to […]
Up in April … We’re always adding new content to our website! Here’s a sneak peek at a few items coming up soon. ‘Be the Engineer’ for a day: An unforgettable ride The words “Be the Engineer!” drew my attention to a Nevada Northern Railway advertisement in Trains Magazine. This opportunity is a fundraiser for […]
We’re always adding new content to our website. Here’s some recent items you may have missed. 4 components to consider before building a layout You’ve learned a few things about toy trains, and maybe even bought a few items or pieces of track. You have a spare room and would like to build a layout. […]
Also in this issue: EDITOR’S DESK, pg. 4 LETTERS, pg. 6 VIEWS FROM THE UNDERGROUND, pg. 8 PHOTO ALBUM, pg. 10 NEWS & PRODUCTS, pg. 14 LCCA custom cars, Menards products, RMT ore car, and more MODERN ERA NOTES, pg. 20 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS, pg. 22 S GAUGE NOW AND THEN, pg. 26 WEEKEND WORKSHOP, […]
Also in this issue: ON TRAINS.COM, pg. 6 The latest features on our website FROM THE EDITOR, pg. 8 Why we weather our models NEWS AND PRODUCTS, pg. 10 Broadway Limited HO scale EMD GP35reviewed, plus the latest new products ASK MR, pg. 16 Model steel strapping for an open-top load STEP BY STEP, pg. 19 […]
By now, you may have heard that we’ve been creating a Model Railroader Hall of Fame. Why? It’s the 90th anniversary year of Model Railroader magazine, and we wanted to honor those who have contributed so much to our hobby. Editor Eric White inaugurated the Hall of Fame in January’s issue, along with the first […]
We’re always adding new content to our website. Here’s some recent items you may have missed. Lionel No. 3474 boxcar upgrades any collection Add a colorful car to your collection. Learn more from Roger Carp. Use Lionel’s Bluetooth tower to add sound Add sound effects, music, and more on your layout. Learn more. Meet […]
