Trains Presents: Preparing a steam locomotive at Nevada Northern Railway

steam locomotive

Every steam locomotive needs special preparation before a day of service. Joins Trains Associate Editor Steve Sweeney for a behind-the-scenes look at how Nevada Northern Railway crews prepare 4-6-0 Baldwin-built No. 40 in East Ely, Nev., in May 2016. Only from Trains! […]

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City Terminal & Transfer Series: Episode 1 – Build a frame

David Popp and Kent Johnson building the butt-joint framework used to support the layout.

Classic Toy Trains magazine and MR Video Plus team up to build an all-new 5 x 9 foot, 3-rail O scale layout featuring big trains and big urban scenery. To start the construction of the City Terminal & Transfer Railway, David Popp and Kent Johnson show how to build the butt-joint framework used to support […]

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Modeler’s Spotlight Video — Inside Cody’s Office for March 2018

Cody Grivno in his office

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page New freight cars in HO and N scales, a red barn, and even a murder mystery highlight this month’s episode of Cody’s Office. For his modeling tip this month Model Railroader associate editor Cody Grinvo will show you how to paint and install […]

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Cody’s Workshop: Episode 25 – Tips for applying powdered pastels

Cody Grivno’s Workshop Part 25

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page It’s official – Cody’s Workshop has been rebooted! In this MRVP exclusive series, Cody Grivno shares his techniques for making locomotives, freight cars, and structures look their best. In this return to the workbench, he’ll show you tips for weathering a cement hopper […]

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Off The Rails: Episode 23

Off the Rails with Gerry Leone Episode 24

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page In this episode of Off The Rails, host Gerry Leone puts the brakes on runaway trains! Gerry shares a couple helpful suggestions for keeping freight cars from rolling downhill, even when your entire layout is set on a pitch! Plus, Gerry’s friend Dave […]

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Let’s Make A Scene: Episode 5

Let’s Make a Scene with Kathy Millatt Part 5

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Kathy shifts her attention away from trees to focus on modeling bushes. In this episode, she shares a variety of materials and techniques used to shape the vegetation that grows along the forest floor. Naturally, Kathy also shows where and how to place […]

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Rehab My Railroad: Rehab Revisited

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page Host Drew Halverson welcomes layout owner Chuck Sable into the MRVP studio to rekindle memories of the two seasons Rehab My Railroad filmed in his basement! To enjoy highlights of this popular layout improvement show, you can purchase the Rehab My Railroad DVD […]

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MRVP Insider: 16 Questions with MR Video Plus

Cody Grivno in library

MRVP’s first-ever print publication, Model Railroading: The Ultimate Guide, is now on sale! Right along with the all-new feature stories printed in this magazine, readers also have access to an extensive video playlist. As a bonus, this video shares insights into the cast and crew that produced these videos, and continues working hard to bring […]

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MRVP Layout Visit: Larry Normann’s BNSF Pamelton Division in HO scale

Enter the basement of Larry Normann’s home, and you’ll find an amazing HO scale freelance layout that brings BNSF operations straight to the heart of Appalachia! In this MRVP Exclusive Layout Visit, you’ll enjoy watching modern trains carve up and down the hills and hollers, where Larry has artfully depicted both urban and rural settings. […]

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