In this video, Steve Tello tests Rapido’s new release of Pullman Standard 8600-series steel coaches on his HO scale Boston & Maine New Hampshire Mainline. […]
Testing Rapido’s new Pullman Standard 8600-series coaches
Section: Videos & Photos
Logging on the Saguaro & Southwestern RR
Name: Bob Mayer Railroad Name: Saguaro & Southwestern Location: Arizona Scale: O Theme: 1950’s logging railroad Description: Logging operations in northern Arizona. […]
Modeler’s Spotlight Video — Inside Cody’s Office for February 2021, part 1
This time Cody shares Rapido’s new HO scale Amtrak Horizon passenger cars, Atlas’s N scale ACF 5,800 cubic-foot covered hoppers in new paint schemes, and the new 45 Years on the Milwaukee, Racine & Troy DVD, plus a modeling tip and viewer mail! […]
Nice and easy does it in O gauge
[…]
Video: Athearn Genesis 2.0 EMD SD90MAC-H diesel locomotive
See and hear the SoundTraxx Tsunami2-equipped Electro-Motive Division SD90MAC-H in action as it hauls a freight up the 3 percent grade at Skyridge on the Model Railroader staff’s HO scale layout, the Milwaukee, Racine & Troy. This Genesis 2.0 series locomotive model from Athearn Trains marks the first time an SD90MAC-H phase II has been offered as […]
Modeling layout scenery at the workbench
Narrow gauge modeler Gregg Condon presents a simple way to make model railroad scenery right at your workbench. In this quick-tip video, you’ll see how realistic model railroad scenes can be crafted from a comfortable, seated position, with all of your supplies right at hand! […]
Photo gallery of large-scale layouts at the 36th National Garden Railway Convention
The Nashville Garden Railway Society welcomes you to Nashville to attend the 36th National Garden Railway Convention! Nashville is a one-of-a-kind city that has something for everyone. High-tech meets small town, family values meets big business, country music meets symphony orchestra, micro-brewery meets vineyard. It’s all here! The Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center […]
Workshop Webcam
Watch modeling in progress with our Workshop Webcam. This camera is placed inside the Model Railroader workshop, where you can see Model Railroader and Classic Toy Trains editors building models, testing equipment, painting and more! This camera only activates when someone is inside the room. At other times, we’ll offer pre-recorded video from the cam […]
Running a childhood American Flyer set
Name: Michael Marmer Railroad Name: D&K RR Location: Germantown, Maryland Scale: S Theme: Small town America Description: This is my childhood American Flyer Set that was for the family when it came out in 1958. I was 3 years old and I still remember it being set up and running in the house. I will […]
Modeler’s Spotlight Video – Inside Cody’s Office for January Part 2
Cody’s Office is back with ScaleTrains.com’s HO scale Pullman-Standard/Trinity Backpacker 5-unit well car, RailSmith’s N scale lightweight coach, and Athearn Genesis’s EMD GP38-2, plus a modeling tip and viewer mail! […]
Rehab My Railroad: Adding more details at Mukwonago, Episode 10
More work along the Mukwonago layout location. The session starts with David installing trackwork for the industrial spur at this site, while Cody continues prepping the structure itself. Adding realistic details to the track, pavement, structure, and surrounding area is also part of the process in this episode of the Jones Island rehab effort. […]
Professor Carp, Episode 11: Lionel Operating Cattle Car and Corral
Class is now in session! This period, Professor Roger Carp leads the lecture regarding the Lionel Trains post-war era Operating Cattle Car and Corral. CTT Editor Hal Miller also offers up insights on the operation of the beloved accessory. For even more info on the Cattle Car, read the March 2021 issue of Classic Toy Trains magazine. […]
