Great railroading gifts for 2022!

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Railfans, their friends, and family might be struggling to find railroading gifts for 2022 that are just right: affordable, fun, and right on the mark when it comes to getting railroading right. Each year, Trains.com and sister website Kalmbach Hobby Store announce gifts that are spot-on and sure to please. See our annual list below! […]

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Trainfest is right around the corner

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Trainfest is right around the corner That’s right, America’s largest operating train show is just two weekends away. The show, perfect for all ages, will be held November 12th and 13th at the Wisconsin State Fair Park. Hundreds of booths, including manufacturers and retailers, will be featured throughout the weekend. Come enjoy a variety of […]

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November 2022

Red CN locomotive on cover of November 2022 issue

In every issue News p. 4 The Illinois Railway Museum hosts an event for EMD’s 100th anniversary Preservation p. 50 Major parts of Union Pacific’s heritage fleet find new home Train-Watching p. 52 Trinidad Loop: BNSF’s winding way through the hills of central Washington State […]

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Taking Care Of Business

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In this exclusive Trains.com series, our Alaska-bush-pilot-turned-rail-adventurer Charlie Conway visits short line and regional railroads, who offering him rare behind-the-scenes access to rather unique equipment and challenging operations. You won’t want to miss these special insights to Taking Care of Business…both on and off the rails! […]

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Charlie’s Trackside Postcards

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Big Skies Iron Rails

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Railfans and model railroaders alike will enjoy Tom Danneman’s ethereal, cinematic railfanning approach to capturing the stunning natural vistas and railroads of the American West throughout all seasons. This series is available exclusively on Trains.com Video! […]

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Drew’s Trackside Adventures

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