Simple solutions for adding streets and other scenery with step-by-step photographs and instructions.

This updated encyclopedia of railroading presents history, photos, route maps, and fast facts for 170+ North American railroads. A new, searchable index makes locating information easy and fast. Learn about railroad lines that were abandoned or merged and discover why, plus take a look at major railroads that are still currently in operation. * The ultimate railroad reference book for rail fans and history buffs * All major and many minor railroads from the past 100 years are included * Statistics highlight miles of operation, locomotives, and rolling stock

Illustrates and describes methods of building scale model pikes, from small table to complete attic layouts. For all gauges

Nearly 500 of the most popular train rides, railroad museums and historical depots throughout the United States and Canada are covered in this handy guide. More than 175 attractions are detailed in full-page reviews providing practical information on what's worth seeing, what's nearby and other tips. Full color photos and regional maps are included. Softcover, 336 pages.

Tourist Trains Guidebook, Fifth Edition describes 515 of the most popular train rides and museums in the U.S. and Canada. It features comprehensive reviews of more than 200 sites to explore on vacations, including: •Driving directions. •What to see. •When to go. •Nearby attractions. •Site reviews. •And more!

- 9th Edition

Get detailed information on 500+ popular train attractions, museums, special event trains and railroad vacation destinations across the U.S. and Canada. Tourist Trains Guidebook provides expert details on what each site has to offer, the best times to go, other nearby activities and more.

Martin McGuirk addresses the numerous advances in N Scale railroading from track to train control. Step-by-step chapters show beginners how to build and operate a complete 4 x 8' railroad. Softcover, 96 pages, 8-1/4 x 10-3/4".

The Model Railroaders Guide to Steel Mills makes modeling this archetypical American industry possible for the average modeler. Author and expert Bernard Kempinski explains the industrial process and the massive complex built around steel production. The reader will better understand how to create a realistic mill area and set up its rail operations. Chapters are included for steelmaking, steel mill railroads, steel mill track planning, and modeling tips. 96 Pages, 150 color photos Steel from start to finish Track plans with steel mills included Features historical photos of railroad-served steel mills Autor: Bernard Kempinski

Tony Koesters well-known HO scale Allegheny Midland layout is analyzed in detail in this fascinating new book. Built over the course of 25 years, the layout has been the subject of many Model Railroader magazine articles over the years. Here, Koester looks at lessons learned during the construction and operation of the Allegheny Midland. Using the authors original photography, he highlights many how-to lessons from its construction, along with the wisdom and perspective that comes from reviewing what worked and what didnt on one of the largest and most notable layouts in the country. This book is a compelling combination of project layout, analysis, and how-to book. The Allegheny Midland is legendary among model railroaders and continues to generate interest.

DCC Projects & Applications Volume 2 answers questions about starting with or upgrading Digital Command Control equipment, selecting state-of-the-art gear, and installing and operating these new electronics. Based on the popular Model Railroader magazine column, DCC Corner, this volume focuses on actual readers problems and gives real-world solutions that apply to commonly available contemporary equipment. Includes more than 25 new DCC projects. Softcover, 88 pages.

Provides creative approaches for building compact layouts and covers how to build seven different layouts

Featuring plans from Model Railroader magazine from three decades, each of the 101 track plans has a newly written, informational description of the design. The track plans range in size from simple 4 x 8 foot and smaller layouts to room- and garage-sized showpieces, with the majority focusing on mid-size layouts.

Comprehensive book covers designing and planning the railway garden, selecting plants, and mastering the needs of miniature plants

Jeff Wilson offers a wealth of information from choosing place, era and scale to planning a layout and building benchwork.

Great beginners guide to decoders, DCC systems and layout wiring.

Tony Koester provides insight into layout and track planning and compares narrow gauge to standard gauge.

New detailing projects from Jeff Wilson, plus favorites from the pages of Model Railroader, help modelers add the finishing touches to their layouts and create a higher level of interest and realism. Projects range from adding weeds to creating signs and billboards, and all can be completed easily in an evening or weekend. Key areas covered include structures, scenery, vehicles, locomotives and rolling stock, and more. 96 Pages

This mix of HO and N scale track plans emphasizes simplicity, flexibility and interesting operation

Model Railroader Managing Editor David Popp details the expansion of his N scale Naugatuck Valley Railroad. Providing an inside look at building a model railroad from start to finish, new chapters highlight the addition of a sizable industrial switching area and delve deeper into operations.