Toy Train Basics: All about track

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To continue this informative series of videos from Classic Toy Trains magazine, David Popp shares info and insights on the wide array of O gauge track systems, sizes, and styles you can use to build a toy train layout! […]

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Pullman-Standard covered hopper from Atlas O

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Bill Zuback O gauge Pullman-Standard covered hopper from Atlas O Price: $84.95 Min Curve: O-45 Features: Positionable hatch covers with working batten bars and locks; factory-installed and painted wire grab irons; see-through plastic running boards; and sprung, die-cast metal 100-ton trucks with rotating bearing caps. Road names: New paint schemes (two road numbers per road […]

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O gauge Piggly Wiggly by Menards

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Bill Zuback O gauge Piggly Wiggly from Menards Price: $99.99 (no. 279-4426) Features: Interior and exterior lighting, store name flashes in sequence. Interior decoration includes printed shelves with products and shoppers. Sidewalk details include pedestrians, mailbox and mechanical horse ride. Order online at www.Menards.com/Trains and opt for free shipping to your local Menards store. Watch […]

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The Magical Kingdom Railroad

Don Wolford’s Magical Kingdom Railroad

Name: Don Wolford Railroad Name: Don Wolford’s Magical Kingdom Railroad Location: Barrington, IL Scale: O Theme: Amusement Park Description: Latest version of my layout! Using computer control for the show, featuring several trains, monorails, and many animated rides. […]

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Build an easy Christmas layout

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When I learned our 4-year-old granddaughter was visiting my wife Diana and me for Christmas, I was determined to make the holiday extra special by building an O gauge Christmas tree train layout – and I knew where to turn for help. My brother Norman has been a model railroader for as long as I […]

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