If model railroaders could own one book about wiring, this would be the best choice. In Wiring Your Model Railroad, Larry Puckett provides a helpful overview of all things wiring, including traditional wiring and DCC. This is the first wiring book any modeler should buy, and it’s a useful reference guide for experienced modelers. Most importantly, it is the first book any publisher has released on this topic in 15 years. So, it’s the most current and reliable source of model railroad wiring information you’ll find anywhere. Author: Larry Puckett Softcover; 8 1/4 x 10 3/4; 128 pages; 140 color photos

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!

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Want to learn more about prototype railroading? Hang out with railfan Drew Halverson as he travels all over North America to photograph trains, learn about modern railroading and visit some great railroad spots and scenic vistas. On this DVD, Drew and the MRVP camera crews cover railroad action in Alberta Canada, British Columbia, Florida, Chicago, the Mojave Desert as well as part of the northern Mississippi River. Be prepared to watch big trains in amazing places!

A model railroad only runs well if it has smooth, trouble-free track. Learn how to lay flextrack and turnouts with confidence, as well as wire it for good electrical operation. Also, the MR staff will teach you how to install and wire switch motors p all on our HO scale Thin Branch project railroad.

Want to learn all the basics of model railroad scenery? This DVD is for you. Follow along as the MR staff shows you how they built a river scene on our HO scale Thin Branch project railroad. Along the way, you'll discover essential techniques for working with plaster, ground foam, static grass, and resin water. By the end of the DVD, you'll be ready to add a river scene to your model railroad.

Drew Halverson, Cody Grivno and David Popp stop by modeler Chuck Sable's HO scale layout to make some improvements. DVD features the first 2 episodes of the series. Tag along as Drew and Chuck take a side trip to the local hobby shop for supplies and watch as grade crossings, tree lines and road construction are upgraded. Also includes a tour of Chuck's 16 x 25 foot CNW-themed railroad.

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A must-have book for the modeler and historian, the popular Guide to North American Steam Locomotives is back in a revised second edition. Covering every steam loco built in the US, Canada and Mexico since 1900, the softcover book includes information unavailable elsewhere, along with comprehensive rosters and newly revised roster tables by railroad, plus 420 photos.

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

- Steam trains & diesel freights in the Rockies

Takes a look at all of the drama and dream destinations in this exciting railroading region. You'll get interviews, maps and the highlights of Colorado railroads in action today. Don't miss out on this footage exclusive to Trains.

Model railroading is an easier hobby to join than ever before. This new book by Jeff Wilson helps modelers get started with the basics. It provides enough information for beginners to confidently build a layout, and it equips them with the knowledge to understand all the steps. It includes: Extensive chapters on modeling in HO and N scales. Essential insights on buying models, building models, and starting a layout. Information about current trends and technology like ready-to-run models and DCC. Author: Jeff Wilson 96 Seiten, 255 Fotos

This project-oriented book covers all areas of building model railroad scenery, including landforms, terrain, water, rockwork, trees, and more. The book’s step-by-step photos and instructions make it easy for modelers to learn how to create realistic scenes. It includes: A wide variety of scenery techniques from noted authors. Projects using traditional materials as well as newer products. Advice that applicable to many layouts regardless of scale. Author: Jeff Wilson Pages: 112 Color photos: 240

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Rail-marine operations are a vital aspect of modern transportation, and this book explores this interesting topic. Inside you'll find a historical overview of the railroad-marine interface - the terminal where railroad tracks meet lakes or sea, from a modeler's perspective. Browse chapters on break bulk piers and terminals, grain terminals, mineral terminals, railroad ferries and car float terminals, container terminals, barge terminals, ship building and modeling water and wharves. Also featured is prototype information along with buildable track plans and modeling tips.

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.

The Big Steam is Back DVD from Kalmbach chronicles how your favorite big steam locomotives are rebuilt and run - from Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum's Southern Railway 4501, to the big steam story of 2016: the return of Union Pacific 844. This must-see DVD includes dozens of steam locomotives from coast to coast. This 90-minute video covers the early years of steam preservation through today's biggest restorations

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.