Union Pacific Big Boys from Kalmbach covers the who, what, why, and when of UP's 25 popular 4-8-8-4 steam locomotives. This book gives the historical background on their early 1940s development, explains why they were built, how they were used, and traces their history until they were retired around 1960 as well as the restoration and operation of #4014 beginning in 2013. Union Pacific Big Boys is one of several Kalmbach products highlighting the Union Pacific Big Boy. Hardcover, 224 pages.

Modelers and history buffs alike can experience the glory of travel by train in "Pullman - America's Hotel on Wheels" from Kalmbach. Using period film and still photos, with contemporary interviews the DVD looks at all aspects of the company, including car construction, operations and accommodations, the impact of Pullman porters on civil rights, the factory and company town near Chicago, plus a look at preserved cars. 56 Minuten

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Once you've mastered the techniques for building kits, the next step is to try your hand at kitbashing - the process of altering kit parts to make something different. On this DVD David Popp takes you through the process of making mock-ups using copies of basic kit parts, then he shows you how to cut and fit those pieces together to make several simple warehouses. Along the way, David will share some great painting and weathering techniques that you can apply to most any structure model.

The Model Railroad Planning 25 Year Archive DVD-ROM from Kalmbach includes access to all 25 issues of the essential guide for model railroad planning, construction, and operation in a single package. Inside you'll find a collection of the best and most useful articles for planning your dream layout, 294 detailed track plans, a comprehensive archive of essential tips and techniques, and expert advice from today's best modelers. Also included are articles about planning, track planning, operating a model railroad, construction and scenery. Each issue is easily searched, viewed and bookmarked, and the format allows you to zoom in on text and photos right on your laptop or computer. Model Railroad Planning 25 Year Archive discs will not play on stand-alone DVD players. For use in a computer DVD drive only. Computer requirements for the Model Railroad Planning 25 Year Archive DVD-ROM: PC: Microsoft Windows(R) XP, Vista, 7, 8 or 10, a Pentium 4 or higher processor with 1GB RAM. Mac: OSX(R) 10.4.11 or higher running on a Power PC G5 or faster (Intel) processor All computers must have a DVD-ROM drive, 800x600 minimum screen resolution (1024x768 recommended) and Adobe(R) Acrobat(R) Reader 9 or later.

Union Pacific Big Boys from Kalmbach covers the who, what, why, and when of UP's 25 popular 4-8-8-4 steam locomotives. This book gives the historical background on their early 1940s development, explains why they were built, how they were used, and traces their history until they were retired around 1960 as well as the restoration and operation of #4014 beginning in 2013. Union Pacific Big Boys is one of several Kalmbach products highlighting the Union Pacific Big Boy. Softcover, 224 pages.

Applying Lessons From the Prototype from Kalmbach is perfect for modelers looking to design and build a new layout, or those who just want to take their existing layout to the next level by incorporating features of a specific prototype railroad. Noted author Tony Koester walks you through all facets of looking at prototype railroads for guidance and information on modeling scenic details and operations. Perfect for any modeler in any scale, Applying Lessons From the Prototype is one of many Kalmbach model railroading how-to books. This 112-page book covers a wide variety of subjects including: Layout design Track planning Realistic operation Scenery and structures Softcover, 112 Pages

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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

In 1309: Beast of the East in Action on the Western Maryland Scenic Railway from Kalmbach and Trains Magazine is a look at 2-6-6-2 No. 1309, the last steam locomotive built for domestic use by the famous Baldwin Locomotive Works in 1949. After a short career in the coal fields of West Virginia, the engine went into storage and ended up on display at the B&O Railroad Museum. Acquired by the Western Maryland Scenic in 2014, 1309 is to enter service on the 17-mile mountain railroad upon the completion of its restoration.

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.

Kalender 2022 in Farbe The 2022 Model Railroader Magazine Calendar from Kalmbach includes 12 spectacular layouts recently showcased in Model Railroader magazine or Great Model Railroads. The 12-month calendar also includes a bonus spread in the back featuring the Winston Salem Southbound, including a detailed track plan, a description of the project and close-up photos of the models. The 2022 Model Railroader Magazine Calendar is a great addition in your train room or office! If you're into real trains too, check out the 2022Trains Across

Kalender 2022 in Farbe The 2022 Trains Across America Calendar from Kalmbach captures a variety of moving trains in breathtaking scenes across the country. Curated from the pages of Trains magazine, the bonus section explores railroading's hidden secrets, including the meaning of trackside signs, how to fix a broken coupler and explanations of other railroad terms. The 2022 Trains Across America Calendar is a great addition in your train room or office! If you're into the craftsmanship of model trains too, check out the 2022 Model Railroader

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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.

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Complete your collection with the Great Model Railroads 30-Year Archive DVD-ROM! Enjoy 283 full-length articles, each with large, detailed track plans, from the best builders in HO, N, and O scales. Don’t miss out on 30 years of issues including: All issues from the very first issue of Great Model Railroads in 1991 through 2020, including many no longer available in print! Expert advice and how-to tips from well-known modelers including Paul Dolkos, Lou Sassi, Lance Mindheim, Mark Dance, Doug Tagsold, Gerry Leone, Clark Propst, and many more! Modeling ideas and information you can use! Whether starting a new layout or adding to your existing layout, this DVD-ROM is full of ideas and information to use on your next project. Easily search each issue, view, zoom in, and bookmark every informative article on your laptop or computer. *The DVD-ROM discs will not play on stand-alone DVD players. For use in a computer DVD drive only.

5 Jahrgänge 2015-2019 Classic Toy Trains auf DVD Includes all 60 issues from 2000-2014 plus 16 special issues. Requires PC or Mac w/DVD-ROM Drive. The DVD-ROM will not play on tablets, DVD players, smartphones or other devices.

Multideck Design for Model Railroads from Kalmbach features all-new content covering the many methods for designing and building a multideck layout along with all the tried-and-true tips Tony Koester has gathered along the way. This go-to book includes many examples on lighting, construction, operation, and other facets of two- and three-deck layouts. You'll learn about new technology and materials; updated benchwork information, and proven methods for construction, design, and lighting. Multideck Design for Model Railroads is one of many Kalmbach model railroading how-to books. Softcover, 112 pages.

Classic Railroad Scenes: Railroads at Work from Kalmbach Media provides an intimate view of freight railroading including inside yards and a roundhouse, at rail-marine facilities and up-close views of cars at industries. This 224-page book features 100+ color railroad photos of the transition and classic eras from the Krambles-Peterson Archive covering the 1940s through the 1970s. Organized geographically, each large photo includes in-depth captions which go beyond just telling you what is in the photo. Instead, they put the images in context with the greater railroad scene as well as what was going on in the larger society. Don't miss this close-up view of freight railroading in North Americ