Jeff Wilscon delves into the history of the meatpacking industry and traces the role of railroads in hauling livestock and meat products. Covers train operations, regulations, schedules and more. Includes historical photos.

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

96 Pages by Jeff Wilson

Associate Editor, Cody Grivno, complies insider tips and projects from Model Railroader magazine plus favorite projects from his Cody's Office online feature into one exciting volume. Covers tools, painting and decaling, weathering, track, wiring, structures, scenery, locomotives and freight cars.

88 Seiten

Softcover, 88 Seiten

Comprehensive guide helps modelers get the most out of DCC. Diagrams and photos show how DCC works, from wiring to installing decoders in locomotives. 88 Seiten

Don't get derailed! Get up to speed on the latest advancements in trackwork with Basic Trackwork for Model Railroaders, 2nd Edition. Freshly updated to showcase the newest products, current manufacturers, and the latest techniques, this edition shows you how to: - Lay flextrack - Handlay track - Install turnouts and switch machines - Use all-in-one and other sectional track - Install subroadbed - Ballast and detail track - And much more! No matter the size or scale of your model railroad, using the techniques in this in-depth guide will set the stage for smooth operation!

This book provides an entry point for any modeler interested in building a narrow gauge layout. Narrow gauge railroads remain popular among railfans and modelers due to the spectacular mountain scenery in which many operated. Although narrow gauge layouts have a passionate niche following, there are very few books on this subject. • The book is an overview of prototype narrow gauge railroading as well as available models. • This is a one-stop book for introducing modelers to the subject of narrow gauge railroading. • It explains why and where narrow gauge railroads were built, how they operated, what their equipment was like, and why they were abandoned. 96 pages; 210 color photos

Video documenting the first phase of this locomotive’s journey to restoration. Historical footage of Union Pacifc (UP) Big Boys in action plus exclusive Trains video of interviews and images of No. 4014 being removed from the Los Angeles County Fairgrounds and moved to Cheyenne, Wyo., for restoration. 90 minutes

Covers a large scope of model railroading wartime layouts and includes historical information and photos plus modeling projects and track plans that illustrate military railroads from various time periods.

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!

Laufzeit 61 Minuten

Laufzeit 81 Minuten

Some of Model Railroader's favorite episodes of MR Video Plus content from 2013 featuring Cody, Jim, Drew, David, and others, for you to enjoy.

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.