Model Rectifier Corp. (MRC) makes a drop-in Digital Command Control (DCC) sound decoder for a Kato USA N scale GG1 electric locomotive. Model Railroader senior editor Dana Kawala demonstrates some of the DCC decoder’s sound effects. […]
Section: Videos
Video: Modeler’s Spotlight Video — Inside Codys Office for September 1, 2011
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page What’s a 1:1 steam locomotive doing at the Kalmbach Publishing Co. offices? Find out in this week’s episode. You’ll also see a new N scale steam locomotive from Bachmann Trains and other new model railroading products. In this week’s modeling tip, Model Railroader […]
A day on the In-ko-pah Railroad
Name: Ray Dunakin Forum User Name: Ray Dunakin Railroad Name: In-ko-pah Railroad Location: San Diego, CA Scale: 1:24 Theme: Narrow gauge in a rugged desert setting Description: The In-ko-pah Railroad is a unique layout set into a steep hillside. Tons of rock have been used to create massive mountains and cliffs, decorated with hundreds […]
VIDEO: Accucraft live-steam 4-6-0 locomotive
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Adhesives for structure models
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Model Railroader associate editor Cody Grivno gives you an overview of the different types of adhesives that he uses for various structure projects. Cody will also give you a tip for adding interior bracing to make a finished structure model more durable. […]
Removing locomotive shells
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Whether you’re installing a Digital Command Control (DCC) decoder or preparing for a painting project, there are times when you’ll need to remove the body shell from a locomotive model. Model Railroader associate editor Cody Grivno shows you tips for easily and carefully […]
Making straight cuts for benchwork
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page A jigsaw is a handy tool for building model railroad benchwork. Follow managing editor David Popp as he gives you tips for making straight cuts when using a jigsaw for layout benchwork. […]
Basic steam locomotive weathering
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Check out the techniques used to make this Proto 2000 from Walthers 0-8-0 steam locomotive look like it works for a living. Model Railroader associate editor Cody Grivno shows you how he used airbrushing, drybrushing, and other methods to weather this steam locomotive […]
Video: Layout tour of Rick Van Laar’s HO scale CSX model railroad
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Watch this video showing trains running through scenes on this freelanced HO scale model railroad based on a modern-era CSX coal country branch line. Rick Van Laar built this 4 x 8-foot model train layout. […]
Modeler’s Spotlight Video — Inside Cody’s Office for August 18, 2011
Having trouble viewing this video? Please visit our Video FAQ page Watch this Bowser HO scale Alco C-630 diesel run on the Model Railroader layout. The model features a SoundTraxx DCC sound decoder. Along with other new model railroading products, Model Railroader associate editor Cody Grivno will give you an overview of modeling adhesives […]
Lionel O gauge Vision line 700E Hudson
In the toy train world, there is no mightier locomotive than the New York Central Hudson. Subscribers can see this locomotive in action by watching the streaming video below. […]
Video: MTH O gauge Premier lin 3GS21B Genset Diesel
The MTH O gauge GenSet is immaculately detailed from the brake air line on the pilot to the air conditioner on the roof. […]
