Decade-plus of technological advancements in model locomotives

Color photo of N scale diesel locomotive mechanism.

Locomotives, regardless of scale, have always been at the forefront of technological advancements in model railroading. Over the past decade, this trend has accelerated: bringing in innovative features and enhancements that redefine the hobby. Whether they’re seen as trailblazers for the future or as models featuring nothing but “all the bells and whistles,” let’s explore […]

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Modeler’s spotlight video for February 11, 2010 — Inside Cody’s office

Modeler's spotlight video for February 11, 2010 -- Inside Cody's office

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page This week Model Railroader Associate Editor Cody Grivno celebrates the 2 year anniversary of the Modeler’s Spotlight video series with a trip south of the border. Along with a look at some new model railroading products, Cody will show you an easy way […]

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Modeler’s spotlight video for February 11, 2010 — Inside Cody’s office

Modeler's spotlight video for February 11, 2010 -- Inside Cody's office

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page This week Model Railroader Associate Editor Cody Grivno celebrates the 2 year anniversary of the Modeler’s Spotlight video series with a trip south of the border. Along with a look at some new model railroading products, Cody will show you an easy way […]

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Modeler’s spotlight video for the week of April 24, 2008 — Inside Cody’s Office

A model train on the tracks.

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page This week Model Railroader associate editor Cody Grivno shows you a new Micro-Trains N scale three-dome tank car, interviews the author of Model Railroader’s Guide to Industries Along the Tracks 3, and demonstrates the new DCC- and sound-equipped HO scale Athearn F45. He’ll […]

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Modeler’s spotlight video for the week of April 24, 2008 — Inside Cody’s Office

A model train on the tracks.

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page   This week Model Railroader associate editor Cody Grivno shows you a new Micro-Trains N scale three-dome tank car, interviews the author of Model Railroader’s Guide to Industries Along the Tracks 3, and demonstrates the new DCC- and sound-equipped HO scale Athearn F45. […]

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Modeler’s spotlight video for the week of April 3, 2008 — Inside Cody’s Office

Cody Grivno at the computer.

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page This week Model Railroader associate editor Cody Grivno shows you the new Con-Cor HO scale M-10000 streamliner, the InterMountain N scale SD45-2, and the latest Information Station video article on installing a basic DCC system. He’ll also give you some tips for repairing […]

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Modeler’s spotlight video for the week of April 3, 2008 — Inside Cody’s Office

Cody Grivno at the computer.

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page   This week Model Railroader associate editor Cody Grivno shows you the new Con-Cor HO scale M-10000 streamliner, the InterMountain N scale SD45-2, and the latest Information Station video article on installing a basic DCC system. He’ll also give you some tips for […]

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