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Articles about Model Railroading (0-50 of 67)
- O Scale Model Trains "€"take Another Look
By: Scott Olewiler | - When toy trains were first introduced in the early part of the 20th century the 3 rail O scale model trains were king. Originally manufactured as toys for kids they were a staple around the Christmas tree in December and easily pulled out from under the bed and set up in the playroom or bed room the rest of the year. The original model train sets were simple ovals or circles, were large enough for kids to handle, and were sold as toys, not for scale modeling.
When adults started to ...
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- Toy Model Trains Faq
By: David Blackburn | - Those looking to get started with toy model trains have many different options to choose from. There are different design features and model scales to make a decision harder to come across. Naturally this will cause you to have many questions. I have written out a list of frequently asked questions, and their answers for you.
(1) What Does Scale Mean? A scale is the letter used to designate the size of the model train. These usually represent a specific size ratio, which range fr ...
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- Tips For Designing Your Model Train Bench-work
By: Bill Boor | - If you are just starting out with model train building, here are some basic tips to help make your project as successful as possible. One of the first decisions you need to make when starting on any model train project is deciding the size and location of your bench-work platform. "Bench-work" is a model railroading term that refers to the platform on which you will be building your model train. This platform can be any size you like, but for beginners probably the best size to start out with i ...
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- The Top 10 Model Train Shops In North Carolina And South Carolina
By: Larry Truett | - For the past year I've been compiling a list of model train stores for my model railroading website. These shops all look like a lot of fun to visit, but what are the most popular? Here is a list for the states of North Carolina and South Carolina.
The most popular model railroading shops (based on online chatter) in North Carolina and South Carolina are:
10. The Hobby House in Hendersonville, North Carolina
9. Todd's Train Depot in Wendell, North Caroli ...
Tags: Model Railroading, Model Trains, Toy Trains
- The Top 10 Model Train Shops In Virginia And West Virginia
By: Larry Truett | - For the past year I've been compiling a list of model train stores for my model railroading website. These shops all look like a lot of fun to visit, but what are the most popular? Here is a list for the states of Virginia and West Virginia.
The most popular model railroading shops (based on online chatter) in Virginia and West Virginia are:
10. Rick's Hobby Shop in Roanoke, Virginia
9. Chesterfield Hobbies in Midlothian, Virginia
8. Riders ...
Tags: Model Railroading, Model Trains, Toy Trains
- The Top 10 Model Train Shops In Delaware, Maryland, And New Jersey
By: Larry Truett | - For the past year I've been compiling a list of model train stores for my model railroading website. These shops all look like a lot of fun to visit, but what are the most popular? Here is a list for the states of Delaware, Maryland, and New Jersey.
The most popular model railroading shops (based on online chatter) in Delaware, Maryland, and New Jersey are:
10. Ridgefield Hobby in Ridgefield, New Jersey
9. Maplewood Hobby in Maplewood, New Jersey
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Tags: Model Railroading, Model Trains, Toy Trains
- The Top 10 Model Train Shops In New England
By: Larry Truett | - For the past year I've been compiling a list of model train stores for my model railroading website. These shops all look like a lot of fun to visit, but what are the most popular? Here is a list for the New England states of Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont.
The most popular model railroading shops (based on online chatter) in New England are:
10. Rainy Day Trains in Saco, Maine
9. Bill Parker's Train Shop in Sp ...
Tags: Model Railroading, Model Trains, Toy Trains
- The Top 10 Model Train Shops In Pennsylvania
By: Larry Truett | - For the past year I've been compiling a list of model train stores for my model railroading website. These shops all look like a lot of fun to visit, but what are the most popular? Here is a list for the great state of Pennsylvania.
The most popular model railroading shops (based on online chatter) in the state of Pennsylvania are:
10. Strasburg Train Shop in Strasburg
9. Cappelli Hobbies in Philadelphia
8. Neely's Train Shop in Altoona
Tags: Pennsylvania Model Railroading, Pennsylvania Model Trains
- The Top 10 Model Train Shops In New York
By: Larry Truett | - For the past year I've been compiling a list of model train stores for my model railroading website. These shops all look like a lot of fun to visit, but what are the most popular? Here is a list for the great state of New York.
The most popular model railroading shops (based on online chatter) in the state of New York are:
10. Dutchess Train and Hobby in Poughkeepsie
9. Trainland in Brooklyn
8. J and K Trains and Parts in Marlboro
Tags: New York Model Railroading, New York Model Trians
- Are Model Scale Trains Toys Or Something More?
By: Kanooga | - Are model scale trains toys or something more than that? Most of us typically think of model scale trains as the kind of toy that both children and adults can enjoy. But is it accurate to even call model trains toys? Calling them toys diminishes their value because it sounds like a frivolous pastime for children. But that perception might not be warranted.
Research has proven the cognitive benefits of play not only for youngsters but also for adults. We all benefit from play. Probl ...
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- The Top 10 Model Train Shops In Illinois
By: Larry Truett | - For the past year I've been compiling a list of model train stores for my model railroading website. These shops all look like fantastic places to visit, but what are the most popular? Here is a list for the great state of Illinois.
The most popular model railroading shops (based on online chatter) in the state of Illinois are:
10. Ace Hobby Place in Chicago
9. Hammers Hobbies in Springfield
8. Woodstock Hobbies in Woodstock
7. ...
Tags: Model Railroading, Model Trains, Illinois Model Railroading
- The Top 10 Model Train Shops In Texas
By: Larry Truett | - For the past year I've been compiling a list of model train stores for my model railroading website. These shops all look like fantastic places to visit, but what are the most popular? Here is a list for the great state of Texas.
The most popular model railroading shops (based on online chatter) in the state of Texas are:
10. Model Train Crossing in Hurst
9. Papa Ben's Train Place in Houston
8. Rebel Hobbies in San Antonio
7. Mi ...
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- Guide To Lionel Model Trains Scale And Gauge
By: Kanooga | - Although Lionel offers several kinds of model trains and track, most of their sales come from O gauge trains. What's an O gauge train? To better understand that, you first need to know a few things about scale and gauge.
Let's start with scale. Model trains are scaled down trains--that is, smaller versions of real trains. A model train's scale tells us its proportion in relation to the real train version. For example, a Lionel train is an O27 train, with a scale of 1:48 . This means ...
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- Buyers Guide For Model Train Toy Locomotives
By: Kanooga | - If you are new to model railroading, here are a few important facts to help you get off to a great start. Your local train toy dealers can be a great help to you. Most dealers are eager to help new hobbyists learn the ropes and start building their collection. However, buyers must beware because there are also some unethical dealers who take advantage of beginners. The unfortunate result is spending too much money on foundational components or buying components that you really do not need at thi ...
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- The Top 10 Model Train Shops In Ohio
By: Larry Truett | - For the past year I've been compiling a list of model train stores for my model railroading website. These shops all look like fantastic places to visit, but what are the most popular? Here is a list for the great state of Ohio.
The most popular model railroading shop (based on online chatter) in the state of Ohio are:
10. Parma Hobby Shop in Parma
9. Robbies Hobbies in Columbus
8. Hobbyland in Columbus
7. Stockyard Express in O ...
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 BLRN Model railroad display modeled on areas of Prince William Shared By: modeltrains2day - The Prince William Model Railroad Club will have a model railroad display at Bull Run Regional Library on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday...
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 Almanac : Dec. 11: Model railroad show in Menlo Park Shared By: DadsTrains - It's all aboard for the West Bay Model Railroad Association's annual Christmas show to be held Dec. 11, 12 and 13 at the model railroad building at the...
 Model trains a lifelong hobby for Prescott retiree Shared By: ArizonaRepublic - Model trains a lifelong hobby for Prescott retiree, Trains have fascinated Larry Davis since he was 4 years old, and he continues to be a model-train...
 The Model Railroader’s Guide to Industries Along the Tracks | Life Like Trains Shared By: 2HOScale - These model railroad books are the perfect reference! The whole book is filled with great ideas and each idea is supported with real photographs. A+...
- Model Railroad Set Terminology For Beginners
By: Kanooga | - Model railroads can be play toys, but they can also be a lifelong hobby. Just as every occupation has its own specific terminology, so does every hobby. Model railroading is no different. Many of the terms used in railroading are also used in the modeling world, but there are also some terms that are unique to the world of the model railroad.
To a beginner just starting out, the terminology may seem as strange as a foreign language; understanding that language can be the key to enj ...
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- Model Railroading From A To Z
By: Larry Truett | - A is for Atlas Model Railroad Company, the New Jersey based manufacturer of N, HO, and O scale trains, track, and accessories.
B is for Bachman, the Philadelphia based manufacturer of N, HO, and On30 scale trains, track, and accessories including the Plasticville line.
C is for Caboose, which any good freight train needs at the end.
D is for Diesel, which some of the real locomotives use for fuel.
E is for Electricity, which most model trains ...
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- The Top 20 Railroading Museums In The United States
By: Larry Truett | - For the past year I've been compiling a list of Railroading Museums for my model railroading website. These museums all look like fantastic places to visit, but what are the most popular?
The most popular railroading museums (based on online chatter) in the United States of America are:
20. Phoenix Trolley Museum in Phoenix, Arizona
19. Wheels Transportation Museum in Albuquerque, New Mexico
18. Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania in Strasburg, Pe ...
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- The Top 10 Railroading Museums On The Us Pacific Coast
By: Larry Truett | - For the past year I've been compiling a list of Railroading Museums for my model railroading website. These museums all look like fantastic places to visit, but what are the most popular? I'll continue with this list for the Pacific Coast of the United States. The Pacific Coastal States are Alaska, California, Hawaii, Oregon, Washington.
The most popular railroading museums (based on online chatter) on the Pacific Coast are:
10. Joshua Tree and Southern Railroad Mus ...
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- The Top 10 Railroading Museums In The Us Southwest And Rocky Mountains
By: Larry Truett | - For the past year I've been compiling a list of Railroading Museums for my model railroading website. These museums all look like fantastic places to visit, but what are the most popular? I'll continue with this list for the Southwest and Rocky Mountain regions of the United States. The Southwest and Rocky Mountain States are Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, Utah, and Wyoming.
The most popular railroading museums (based on online chatter) i ...
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- The Top 10 Railroading Museums In The Widwestern United States
By: Larry Truett | - For the past year I've been compiling a list of Railroading Museums for my model railroading website. These museums all look like fantastic places to visit, but what are the most popular? I'll continue with this list for the Midwestern region of the United States. The Midwestern States are Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin.
The most popular railroading museums (based on online chatter) in the ...
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- The Top 10 Railroading Museums In The Southeastern United States
By: Larry Truett | - For the past year I've been compiling a list of Railroading Museums for my model railroading website. These museums all look like fantastic places to visit, but what are the most popular? I'll continue with this list for the Southeastern region of the United States. The Southeastern States are Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee.
The most popular railroading museums (based on online chatter) in the ...
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- Building Your Own Large Model Train Bridge
By: Victor Epand | - A beautiful feature of many well planned model train displays is a large bridge. They can look very involved and complex. The truth is that they are easily built and just require a bit of planning. Before you can build any part of it however you will need to design the bridge you wish to build. You can start by examining existing bridges to get a good idea of how they are designed and start coming up with designs of your own. You can find these examples on the Internet, library books, or even by ...
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- Repairing Your Model Train Transformers
By: Victor Epand | - A common issue with model trains over time is the malfunctioning of a transformer. When trains sit for a long period of time without use they will go bad. So what do you do when this happens? You can either pay someone to fix yours or you can spend your hard earned money to buy another one. If neither of these choices appeal to you then maybe you should consider fixing it for yourself. It will only cost you a little bit of money and use a little patience as well. Soon you will be able to say tha ...
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- Building Design For Model Railroad Hobbyists
By: Bill Murphy.. | - Most of us have no desire to become an architect, but most model railroaders wind up getting into the act at one point or another. It's sometimes impossible to find exactly the building you need to complete your layout, leaving you to come up with something of your own.
So what does it take to make your own buildings? And do you need to have some serious carpentry skills or can the average hobbyist manage?
The fact is, building a quality replica can take some intric ...
Tags: model railroad buildings, model railroad scenery, model railroading, kitbashing, model trains, model railway, modeling, railroading, trains, hobbies
- Recalling The Fun Of Model Railroading
By: Mike Mathews. | - A man who once lived in a central Pennsylvania community might have dreamed in his youth about designing model rail roads. His set-up with a large, operating model train sat in a corner of his basement. Using that set-up, he taught his son about the fun of model railroading. He also gave to his older niece fond memories about the fun of model railroading.
Even though the niece no longer keeps in touch with her cousin, she is still very much in touch with the immense interest in mo ...
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- Does A Model Train Collector Have To Actually Run His Trains?
By: Bill Murphy. | - They might sound pretty similar, but the fact is there is a difference between model train enthusiasts and model train collectors. It may be minor, but it does exist! A collector is usually more interested in the rarity of an item and may simply want to display it rather than actually operate a model railroad themselves.
Collectors exist for almost every object and hobby in the world. They're the ones who drive the costs of that first-issue Batman comic through the roof and the on ...
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- Overview Of The Nmra - National Model Railroad Association
By: Bill Murphy | - Model railroading and prototyping is a wonderful hobby that doesn't really require that anyone share in it with you but the enjoyment of seeing others reactions to your special diorama or the ability to pose questions on specifications and historical references to a group of friends for many causes them to seek out other like-minded enthusiasts.
Fortunately there are many clubs and organizations that have sprung up around model railroading, hundreds in the USA alone but one of t ...
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- Chugging Along Online - Tips For Buying Model Trains On The Internet
By: Bill Murphy | - One of the best things about modern times is the ready availability of materials and supplies. Since the advent of the internet you don't even have to travel to your local mall or distribution center to find that hard to come by toy or model, you can order it delivered right to your door! The only caveat to this plethora of supplies is that you don't always know exactly what it is you are getting without being able to see and handle an item before hand it's possible to be fooled by images or ...
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- Scale Model Train Layouts Developing Your First One
By: John Vanse | - To develop your model train layout there are four major steps to take before you begin construction:
1: Select the size of your model train, that is the scale or gauge. Scales range from micro-sized Z scale for tiny layouts to giant G-scale used mostly for outdoor garden layouts.
Visit hobby shops or model train websites and see the various scales available. Staff at a hobby shop will usually be happy to point out the advantages and/or disadvantages of each scale ...
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- Your Guide To Controls Electronic Model Railroad
By: David Faulkner | - Model railroading in a simple concept that even the most novice of collectors and hobbyists can enjoy with no prior experience. It is based on small models of tunnels, trains, rails and scenery that actually mirror the life sized versions that we see every day. It has been viewed as a child's toy in the past but is now loved by the young and the old alike. Scale models can replicate almost anything you want them to and you can even build your own to see just how you do if you were doing it in th ...
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- How To Protect Yourself When Buying Model Trains On The Internet
By: Bill Murphy | - The internet is one of the best things that has happened to model railroading in recent years. It's never been easier to find a huge selection of trains and accessories, from anywhere in the world.
No longer do you have to wait weeks for your local train store to order something for you. Now you can just hop onto your favorite model train website or even eBay and order the exact piece you want, all within minutes.
There is a downside to the internet's reach though. ...
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- Model Railroading Is Railroading On A Bench Top
By: Bob Carper | - The hobby of model railroading has been around for almost 100 years. Every Christmas, no matter where in the country we live, Santa would bring a train set and tracks, and it would run round and round the Christmas Tree.
Then, as soon as the Christmas tree would be taken down, the train set was stowed away in its packing box. It would sit in the family closet until next Christmas. Many times, another train set would join the older train set. Then, the two train sets would run ...
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- An Introduction To Garden Railroads
By: Bill Murphy | - A popular trend in model railroading is using equipment and accessories that are rugged enough to stand up to the weather to build outdoor railroad layouts. The term "garden railroads" stems from the fact that these outdoor layouts are often integrated into a garden, with the garden providing part or all of the scenery and landscaping.
The basic structure and design of the railroad is very similar to what you would use indoors, but there are some differences worth noting.
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- The History Of Model Railroading
By: Alex Daniels | - Over a century ago, the first train was assembled. Model railroading has become much more then child's play. Collectors are serious about this hobby so much so that the art of collecting has been passed on from generation to generation. It is not uncommon for someone today to have in their possession a model railroading train set older then them.
The first wooden and metal floor toy train was made in the 1860s. By the 1890s, a series of wind-up and electronic-powered train sets we ...
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- 5 Top Model Train Accessories
By: Bill Murphy | - Many people's first introduction to model railroading is with a simple circle or oval on a sheet of plywood. No scenery, no landscaping and maybe not even any buildings or vehicles.
It doesn't take long, however, to get the urge to start adding accessories to the railroad to make it more realistic. For many people, this become a lifelong endeavor, and can grow to very large proportions.
Every layout is different and everyone has their own favorite accessories, but t ...
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- How Model Railroading Clubs Can Help With Your New Hobby
By: Bill Murphy | - Most hobbies have associated clubs where you can meet other people interested in the same things, and learn more about the hobby. Model railroading is no different. There are hundreds of clubs around the world where model train enthusiasts meet to discuss the hobby and learn from one another.
Many of the clubs specialize in various things, as well. Some focus on certain scales while others focus on prototyping real life railroads with their layouts. Regardless of their focus, howe ...
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- The Many Scales Of Model Railroading
By: Greg Chadwick | - Modelers have many scales to select from when building their model railroad layout. Scale refers to the ratio between prototype and model. For example, on an HO Scale or 1:87 model railroad layout, rolling stock, scenery and buildings will be 1/87 the size of the prototype, or real life size.
The most popular model railroad scale today is HO Scale, or 1:87. The smaller scales are N scale (1:160) and Z scale (1:220) and are ideal scales to use where you have a limited amount of sp ...
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