News & Reviews News Preview August and September 2023 content for Model Railroader

Preview August and September 2023 content for Model Railroader

By Rene Schweitzer | August 1, 2023

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Preview August and September 2023 content for Model Railroader

We’re always adding new content to our website! Here are some recent stories you may have missed, and a look at some items coming in September.

How do I get back into model railroading?

Been out of the hobby for a while? We have tips to help you jump back in!

HO scale freight car kit roundup

Color image of three HO scale freight cars on kit boxes.
Cody Grivno photo

Cody Grivno shares what’s available for “shake the box” kits.

Guide to HO scale couplers

Although small, couplers play a big role in smooth, reliable operation. If couplers function properly and are installed per the manufacturer’s instructions, you should have few, if any, problems. In this guide to HO scale couplers, we’ll explore some of the different offerings on the market today.

Coming in September:

Oddball cabooses you can model

Meet the modeler: Allan Gartner

overview shot of partially finished layout
The author is building a new HO scale layout. This is an overview shot of the layout room. Allan Gartner photo

Smoke options for smaller scales

The basics of LEGO track

and much more!

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