Softcover, 112 Pages Modeling the Transition Era from Kalmbach Publishing and authored by noted Model Railroader Magazine contributor Tony Koester is an in-depth look at the era when most railroads were making the switch from steam to diesel locomotives. The 1940s to 1950s transition era has long been the most popular modeling era and this book gives an overview of how railroads operated, the types of equipment used and why railroads made the switch to diesels.

Express, Mail & Merchandise Service describes rail express service and merchandise traffic on railroads from the early 1900s through 1960s when railroad personnel handled packages and merchandise — everything from baby chicks and cornflakes to money and machinery — and got them to their final destination. A wonderful historical reference for modelers and railfans alike. This book covers: •Depots, freight houses, and terminals. •Dedicated trains, special cars, and delivery vehicles. •Train operation and car movement. •And much more! Author: Jeff Wilson Pages: 96 Color photos: 160

In the Kalmbach Publishing book Piggyback & Container Traffic" modeling expert Jeff Wilson provides a comprehensive guide to railroad intermodal equipment and operations, tracing the development of piggyback (trailer-on-flatcar) and container traffic from the steam era to today. Subjects include what equipment and operations are appropriate for specific eras, how trailers and containers are loaded onto railcars, how piggyback containers and terminals work and much more.

Wiring Projects for Your Model Railroad by noted modeler Larry Puckett from Kalmbach Publishing focuses not on how to wire your train control on your layout, but rather on how to wire various accessories and devices on your model railroad. Softcover, 96 Pages

Building Vehicles for Model Railroads from Kalmbach Publishing is discusses the importance of vehicles for model railroad realism. On any model railroad, vehicles are important in establishing the era and location of the layout. Expert modeler Jeff Wilson covers the many facets of modeling vehicles in HO Scale with accuracy and realism. Topics covered include a brief guide to the evolution of prototype autos and trucks, assembling plastic, metal and resin vehicle kits as well as detailing and kitbashing vehicles. Also covered in Building Vehicles for Model Railroads is transforming toy vehicles to scale models.

The late steam and steam-to-diesel trainsition era remain very popular with model railroaders. This book offers modelers a single reference guide for upgrading, detailing, modifying, and maintaining their steam locomotive details. Covered topics include: An overview of steam locomotives: types, history, and how they work. Upgrading and repowering older plastic and brass models Adding DCC and Sound, weathering, and modifying details to reflect various prototypes 96 Pages, 200 color photos

Anyone interested in railroad history or operations will enjoy this special collection of firsthand stories told by former and current railroad employees. Personal accounts of this kind are popular among railfans, history buffs, and modelers. Stories feature: •Late steam and early diesel periods. •The duties of various employees. •Real-life accounts from engineers, firemen. Conductors, yardmasters, and more. Author: From Trains Magazine Pages: 192 Illustrations: 75

Milk Trains and Traffic from Kalmbach, tells the story of how the railroads once moved milk to market. Milk was once an important commodity for the railroads. Before refrigeration became mainstream, high-speed delivery was critical. Trains carried butter, milk and cheese from small town collecting stations and creameries to production creameries in the big cities. In Milk Trains and Traffic, explore how these creameries operated, how dairy products were processed and how everything evolved over time. Understand all the aspects of milk and dairy traffic through the use of photography in the only book on the market dedicated to milk trains and operations. This book is a key source for railfans and rail historians, as well as modelers who want to add creameries or milk platforms to their layouts. Milk Trains and Traffic is one of many Kalmbach model railroading how-to books. Softcover, 96 Pages

Digital Command Control is a great way to run your model railroad, but setting it up and keeping it current can be overwhelming. DCC Projects & Applications, Volume 4 by DCC expert Larry Puckett simplifies the process with the most up-to-date and comprehensive information available. Compiled from Model Railroader’s DCC Corner columns and feature articles, the latest volume includes dozens of updated step-by-step projects that show you how to: •Fit sound decoders into tight areas. •Install decoders in steam locomotives. •Program decoders using DecoderPro®. •Divide layouts into power districts. •Wire turnouts for DCC. •Troubleshoot electrical problems. •And much more! Author: Larry Puckett Pages: 96

Building a model railroad – especially a room- or basement-sized layout – takes a lot of time. In his new book, Tony Koester shares many invaluable time-saving tricks he’s learned over the decades as an accomplished modeler and author. Topics include: •Using LDEs (Layout Design Elements) with staging. •Efficient layout construction tips and techniques. •Time-effective methods to get a layout built and operating. Author: Tony Koester Pages: 112 Illustrations: 175

Build Big and Small Industries for Your Model Railroad from Kalmbach provides hands-on modeling tips and techniques, step-by-step photos and how-to advice for adding a variety of industries to your train layout. Authored by several notable modeling experts including Pelle Soeborg, Gerry Leone, and Tony Koester, this book presents 17 steam, diesel and modern-era projects ranging from simple to complex and large to small. Beginners will see how to build a kit and integrate it to their layout scene while more experienced modelers will learn how to kitbash and scratchbuild structures and add them to industrial scenes. A few projects included in this book include a cement plant, a cold storage warehouse, an oil dealer, an asphalt transfer terminal, a brewery, a bulk propane dealer, an old-time factory and more. Build Big and Small Industries for Your Model Railroad is a must have for your model railroad hobby library. Softcover, 112 pages, 200 color photos.

This book brings together three of Model Railroader’s popular annual project layouts in one volume. Projects offer a variety of layout types using different construction methods to build model railroads in popular scales, N and HO. Covered subjects include: •Projects: N Scale Rad Oak, the Beer Line, and Bay Junction. •Prototype and historical information. •Construction techniques: benchwork, wiring, scenery, structures, and more. Author: From Model Railroader Magazine Pages: 112 Color photos: 200

Filled with tons of information and inspiration that you can use today, Modeling Cities and Towns from Kalmbach is a great guide to making your layout more realistic! Noted author Jeff Wilson covers a wide variety of topics including modifying and kitbashing structures; creating realistic, era-appropriate signs; combining multiple scenic elements in tight spaces; building track in streets; and realistically modeling streets and sidewalks. Prototype information includes operations; large city passenger stations; and many examples of how real railroads wound through tight urban industrial areas. Perfect for any modeler in any scale, Modeling Cities and Town is one of many Kalmbach model railroading how-to books. Softcover, 96 Seiten

Model Railroader's Guide to Signals and Interlockings from Kalmbach is a look at railroad signaling and how to model it. Follow along with experienced model railroader Dave Abeles as he delves into signal systems and interlocking plants. Guide to Signals and Interlockings, the book from Model Railroader, will give the reader all the information they will need to tackle this complex project with confidence. This 144-page, softcover book includes an explanation of how signal systems work; how different systems can be applied to layouts; details on both automatic and more complex systems and the most up-to-date methods for replicating these systems. It's ideal for modelers who are building or planning a layout with the goal of adding prototypical signaling and control systems. 144 Seiten

Building The Right-Sized Layout from Kalmbach is the perfect book to help with planning a room-sized layout for your home. This new book features 5 track plans covering details on how to create a manageable layout with space, time, and resources in mind. Inside you'll find track planning strategies, construction techniques, room-planning concepts and tips on operating once your layout is built. Building The Right-Sized Layout is one of many Kalmbach model railroading how-to books. Softcover, 112 pages.

How to Design a Model Railroad from Kalmbach helps modelers answer questions about planning a layout regardless of their skill level. How much aisle space is needed? How deep can benchwork be? What's a good minimum radius for curves? How do I best use yards and staging tracks? Authored by noted modeler Lance Mindheim, this informative book will get you from the daydreaming stage to designing and building a model railroad. How to Design a Model Railroad will help you transform your basic ideas of what you want in a model railroad into a workable, realistic track plan and overall layout design that you can then build. This is a hands-on guide to drawing and designing a model railroad that will fit the available space and result in a realistic layout. It will also help you avoid common pitfalls and guide you from the design to construction phase with confidence! How to Design a Model Railroad is one of many Kalmbach model railroading how-to books.

In Realistic Layouts: Use the Art of Illusion to Model Like a Pro from Kalmbach Publishing, you'll learn how to blend various elements so they all work together to create a feeling that your models are part of - and connected to - the real world. This book will help you refine many areas of your layout, covering topics such as scenic elements, structures and the aesthetic of the overall environment. Realistic Layouts: Use the Art of Illusion is one of many Kalmbach model railroading how-to books. Softcover, 96 Pages Topics include: How to apply different techniques and ideas to your layout in order to improve realism. Many techniques, including creating realistic backdrops and blending them with scenery, integration of structures, using bridges to suggest changes in elevation, using mirrors to expand apparent space, and much more. Outstanding model railroad photography and a variety of layouts.

Build Your First Layout from Kalmbach is perfect for anyone getting started in model railroading or looking to build a simple, compact layout. This informative book features the small, easy to build Northspur & Tiburon Railroad from experienced modeler and Model Railroader author Peter Vassallo. Perfect for any modeler in any scale, Build Your First Layout is one of many Kalmbach model railroading how-to books. You'll get step-by-step instructions and all the basic techniques needed to build an operating layout including: Benchwork Tracklaying Scenery Structures Softcover, 96 Pages