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In any layout you must have realistic scenery, including buildings, so you might as well include some buildings if you have a model train layout. It is really important to build structures to the correct scale, as a Z scale building would look at of place on a HO scale railway and vice versa. It…

Creating realistic scenery is the part that pulls your model railroad layout together and brings it to life. Little details can make a big difference, as many spectators will spend a lot of time watching the trains operate, so they will get to notice the little things that add to the overall effect. Your visitors…

Locomotives are available in steam, diesel and electric (operate with overhead power lines). They can be manufactured from plastic, steel, alloys or brass. They are available as models of prototypes from the 19th century to today. The more expensive locomotives come with a large amount of detail and better working components. Figure 21 High-end locomotives…

When planning construction of a model railroad there are all sorts of possible track configurations and plans to consider. It really depends on the space you have at your disposal and what type of train operation you would most enjoy. Real railroads (prototype) run from one destination to another rather than go around in a…

WARNING – As we all know model railroading is an expensive hobby. Don’t make these biggest 5 mistakes. Download the eBook package now. Understanding Scale and Gauge The first question you need to ask yourself is… Which model train scale is best suited for you? Choosing a size (scale) is the first step to your…