2016 National Train Show report, part 1

Athearn Trains HO Electro-Motive Division GP40P-2 diesel locomotive

Athearn HO scale Electro-Motive Division GP40P-2 diesel locomotive HO scale locomotives Electro-Motive Division GP40P-2 diesel locomotive. Southern Pacific (American Revolution Bicentennial scheme in one road number, scarlet and gray in two numbers). Single rear headlight, detailed cab interior, long hood with steam generator, split fuel tank with steam generator water tank, and train indicator number […]

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Ask MRVP: Episode 15

David Popp with a surpised look on his face and his hand reaching toward the camera.

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page In this hands-on edition, MRVP Producer and show host David Popp addresses your inquiries, and then demonstrates helpful solutions right before your eyes. This time, topics include structure modeling, electronics/lighting, scenery application, and so much more! […]

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Ask MRVP: Episode 15

David Popp with a surpised look on his face and his hand reaching toward the camera.

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page In this hands-on edition, MRVP Producer and show host David Popp addresses your inquiries, and then demonstrates helpful solutions right before your eyes. This time, topics include structure modeling, electronics/lighting, scenery application, and so much more! […]

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New model trains for the week of June 23, 2016

Summit USA HO small modern Amtrak station

HO scale locomotives Electro-Motive Diesel SD70ACe diesel locomotive. Canadian National (SD70ACe demonstrator patchout), Kansas City Southern, Norfolk Southern (Lackawanna, New York Central, and Wabash heritage units in one number each and horsehead silhouette), Union Pacific (George H.W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum and Chicago & North Western, Denver & Rio Grande Western, and Southern Pacific […]

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Ask MRVP: Episode 14

David Popp standing in front of an unfinished model railroad.

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page This June edition of Ask MRVP is packed full of answers to your model railroad-related questions! Host David Popp addresses MR Video Plus subscriber inquires regarding freight car modeling, painting and weathering, working with scale drawings, layout wiring, realistic railroad operation, and so […]

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Ask MRVP: Episode 14

David Popp standing in front of an unfinished model railroad.

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page This June edition of Ask MRVP is packed full of answers to your model railroad-related questions! Host David Popp addresses MR Video Plus subscriber inquires regarding freight car modeling, painting and weathering, working with scale drawings, layout wiring, realistic railroad operation, and so […]

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Hobby news Oregon Rail Supply to remain in business

Oregon Rail Supply, manufacturer or HO scale signals and other accessories for model railroaders, announced that it is not going out of business or seeking new ownership. “We appreciate the concern and patience shown us by so many, following the unexpected death last August of my husband, Dick Yager, the founder of Oregon Rail Supply,” […]

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Quick Look: Micro-Trains N scale 70-foot heavyweight horse car

Micro-Trains N scale 70-foot heavyweight horse car

Micro-Trains N scale 70-foot heavyweight horse car Micro-Trains N scale horse car Baltimore & Ohio RR Micro-Trains N scale horse car Pennsylvania RR Price: $29.95 to $34.90 Manufacturer Micro-Trains Line Co. 351 Rogue River Pkwy. Talent, OR 97540-1200 www.micro-trainsline.com Era: 1928 to 1968 (as decorated) Road names: New York Central, Baltimore & Ohio, and Pennsylvania […]

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