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Zone & Region: Northeast
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Broadway Limited Imports HO scale PRR I1sa 2-10-0
Broadway Limited Imports HO scale PRR I1sa 2-10-0 Models of the Pennsylvania RR’s powerful class I1sa Decapod-type locomotives have just been introduced by Broadway Limited Imports. They’re offered in a number of versions that capture the look and feel of PRR’s standard motive power design. The models include automatic dual-mode sound decoders that operate on […]
Operations on the N scale Waterbury Industrial District
Watch as Model Railroader managing editor David Popp gives you a sample of some of the operations on the Waterbury Industrial District addition to his N scale New York, New Haven & Hartford layout. […]
Building the N scale Waterbury Industrial District part 4
Model Railroader managing editor David Popp describes how he finished the Waterbury Industrial District of his N scale New York, New Haven & Hartford layout. He’ll show you some of the key structures that he built and give you more tips for realistic model railroad scenery. […]
Building the N scale Waterbury Industrial District part 3: Ballast
In the November issue Model Railroader managing editor David Popp describes how he added ballast and scenery to the Waterbury Industrial District on his N scale New York, New Haven & Hartford layout. In this installment he shows you his step-by-step technique for ballasting track. […]
Video: Building the Waterbury Industrial District part 2
In the October issue Model Railroader managing editor David Popp continues the Waterbury extension of his N scale New York, New Haven & Hartford layout. Read the article and watch this video highlighting some of his favorite techniques for installing roadbed and laying track. […]
Video: Building the N scale Waterbury Industrial District part 1
In the September issue, managing editor David Popp begins his series on adding the Waterbury industrial district to his N scale New York, New Haven & Hartford layout. He’ll give you tips for building benchwork and working with foam board. […]
MTH Electric Trains HO Erie Triplex
MTH Electric Trains HO Erie Triplex One of the more unusual prototypes to grace North American rails is now available to HO modelers. The 2-8-8-8-2 Triplex is the second HO scale offering from MTH Electric Trains. An accurate replica of the prototype, the model operates with realistic sound in DC, Digital Command Control (DCC), and […]
Rod Stewart and model railroads
WAUKESHA, WI — Hall of fame rock-n-roller, Rod Stewart, unwinds after a concert by kitbashing and scratchbuilding. These terms may sound like code words that explain the mysterious antics of a world-famous celebrity, but instead they describe techniques for one of the world’s most popular hobbies: model railroading. The acclaimed songwriter of hits like “Forever […]
The Woodland Railway
The railway at a glance Name: Woodland Railway Size of railroad: 4000 sq ft; 20′ x 100′ in woods, 20′ x 100′ in side yard Scale: 1:22.5 Gauge: 45mm Theme: Freight operations & fantasy Era: 1930s Age: 25 years Motive power: Steam and early diesel; Aristo-Craft, LGB, Bachmann Length of mainline: 700′ Maximum gradient: 6% […]
Where to hike
Will the U.S. rails-with-trails movement continue gaining momentum? Or will rail safety and congestion issues stop it in its tracks? In the September 2005 issue, Trains Magazine looked at the issues surrounding locations where recreational activities and active rail lines coexist in a shared space. Want to sample some of these trails yourself? Below is […]
