Model Railroads

Components for your train include switches, track and electrical connections. Some knowledge of electrical equipment goes a long way, but isn't necessary.

Historical accuracy will make your accessories fit together well.

Caring for model trains is not unlike caring for any other sort of model. Dust them to keep them working regularly.

Building a large model-railroad bridge can be a complex undertaking, but it's really not hard. First you need to come up with a design. A typical long bridge will be some kind of truss structure,...

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Model railroading is a hobby that develops slowly. When you build a model railroad, you can start with a simple layout and add to it over time. One of the most enjoyable aspects is the planning...

Building a garden railroad from scratch can seem like an overwhelming project. If you've attended a gardening railroad expo, read some hobby magazines or visited someone's garden railroad you...

Getting those old Lionel trains back on the tracks requires a bit of perseverance and a lot of elbow grease. But once accomplished, you have what may have been a piece of your childhood to share...

You still see them in stores during the Christmas holiday, wending their way on tabletops through snow-laden model towns. But electric trains, and especially the locomotives that power them,...

You've set up that old electric train set that has been sitting in your attic or basement only to discover the transformer doesn't work. You can get a new one or have someone repair it for you,...

Whether you’re just setting up your first model train or are a serious model train enthusiast, selecting a theme for your model train layout provides an exciting start to your model train project.

Model railroading is a fun hobby. Realistic layouts make your model railroading experience richer and more rewarding. Here are some tips for making water features, ranging from simple to realistic.

Your model train layout is almost complete. You have roads, water features, tracks, houses, buildings and even a school. But something is missing: you need a playground. Here are some tips for...

Founded in 1935 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the National Model Railroad Association (NMRA) has a large membership devoted to the promotion, development and pleasure of model railroading. In addition...

Is lack of space keeping you from building a model-railroad layout? Here are detailed instructions for building a compact layout that stores under a bed or against a wall.

Collecting model trains gives adults and children alike a great sense of history and a lot of fun. Lionel and a handful of smaller companies manufactured the first model trains distributed in...

Making a train table to display your model trains allows you the flexibility to make a variety of customizations. You can adjust the size of the table to fit your specific space requirements or...

The model train has brought hours of enjoyment to millions of people around the world. But when you are done playing with the model trains, you don't want to just stuff it under your bed. Design...

Model railroads and trains have been a popular hobby with adults and children alike for decades. There are many different sets to build and collect as well as many ways to meet other model train...

You have the track down in your own route design and your model train runs great. To keep from getting bored with the setup, make some scenery for your train to pass through on its journey. Add...

The model train hobby is one of the oldest and most interesting hobbies around. Men, women and children of all ages enjoy the sights and sounds of model trains as they motor around a table...

Model trains and model railroads can be a tremendously entertaining hobby. Model trains have something for everyone, regardless of age. However, there are a few things you should consider before...

The Mamod steam engine is a classic member of the miniature steam engine family. Easily available online, these small engines are great for both the hobbyist and the student and make great...

When you are making layouts for model trains, one of the best parts is making the buildings, hills and landscape as realistic as possible. And because the world is not made up of bucolic...

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If you have a Lionel or other model railroad, you need to keep the track clean of dirt and dust. Keeping the track clean helps your train run smoothly. Cleaning the track is easy to do.

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