Video: Pelle Søeborg’s HO scale modern-era coal train

Pelle Søeborg's HO scale modern-era coal train

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page In the November 2016 Model Railroader contributing editor Pelle Søeborg shows his technique for weathering modern-era freight cars. Check out the coal train in this video run through on his first modern-era Union Pacific model railroad. […]

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Structures and backdrops on the HO scale Eagle Mountain RR

Eric White next to Eagle Mountain Railroad

As the Model Railroader staff’s Eagle Mountain RR project nears completion, associate editor Eric White turns his attention to the structures and backdrops that finish off the desert setting. Get an overview of the kits used on the model train layout and some tips for working with preprinted backdrops on a model train layout. […]

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Structures and backdrops on the HO scale Eagle Mountain RR

Eric White next to Eagle Mountain Railroad

As the Model Railroader staff’s Eagle Mountain RR project nears completion, associate editor Eric White turns his attention to the structures and backdrops that finish off the desert setting. Get an overview of the kits used on the model train layout and some tips for working with preprinted backdrops on a model train layout. […]

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MR Insider: September 2016

Jenny Freeland in library with books and tablet

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page MR Insider host Jenny Maakse isn’t so interested in “hittin’ the books” this September. With MR Video Plus at her fingertips, she’s got a far better way to learn more about the World’s Greatest Hobby! You too can make the most of your […]

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How-to Library: Cast your own rock molds, Part 1

Gerry Leone in his workshop

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page   In this two-part video series, MRVP Contributing Editor Gerry Leone walks you through the steps for making your own inexpensive rock molds. The resulting rubber molds can then be used to cast realistic rock faces and outcroppings for use on any layout. […]

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How-to Library: Cast your own rock molds, Part 1

Gerry Leone in his workshop

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page   In this two-part video series, MRVP Contributing Editor Gerry Leone walks you through the steps for making your own inexpensive rock molds. The resulting rubber molds can then be used to cast realistic rock faces and outcroppings for use on any layout. […]

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How-to Library: Cast your own rock molds, Part 1

Gerry Leone in his workshop

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page   In this two-part video series, MRVP Contributing Editor Gerry Leone walks you through the steps for making your own inexpensive rock molds. The resulting rubber molds can then be used to cast realistic rock faces and outcroppings for use on any layout. […]

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