Basic Model Railroad Benchwork

Basic Model Railroad Benchwork
Author: Jeff Wilson
Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.
Total Pages: 100
Release: 2002
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780890246153

Step-by-step instructions and illustrations take the mystery out of constructing benchwork. Covers the materials and tools for making benchwork for any layout.

Wiring Your Model Railroad

Wiring Your Model Railroad
Author: Larry Puckett
Publisher: Essentials
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2015
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781627001755

"Whether you're using traditional, direct current (DC) cab control or the latest Digital Command Control (DCC) system [this] will guide you through the steps of planning and wiring a layout. With ... more modelers choosing DCC, this book will help demystify how it works; clarify the advantages of DCC and what makes it different from DC control; and, teach you how to convert an existing DC layout to DCC. Step-by-step instructions and photos are coupled with clear, color-coded diagrams that will guide you through the process of wiring a complete layout or just troubleshooting problem areas"--

Building a Model Railroad Step by Step

Building a Model Railroad Step by Step
Author: David Popp
Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.
Total Pages: 115
Release: 2007
Genre: Railroads
ISBN: 0890246890

Model Railroader's managing editor David Popp tells the complete construction story of his N scale Naugatuck River Valley layout using techniques any model railroader can use! More than 30 short projects from building benchwork to realistic operation.

Basic Wiring for Model Railroaders

Basic Wiring for Model Railroaders
Author: Rick Selby
Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.
Total Pages: 84
Release: 2000-11
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780890243589

Learn how to get your locomotive, train set, or complete model railroad operating -- even if you don't understand the principles of electricity! Teaches basic electrical connections for a two-rail DC powered layout of any size or complexity. Basic layout wiring techniques are presented simply, with numerous photos, illustrations, and diagrams.

Basic Structure Modeling for Model Railroaders

Basic Structure Modeling for Model Railroaders
Author: Jeff Wilson
Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.
Total Pages: 92
Release: 2005
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780890244463

Photo-driven projects demonstrate the tools, materials, and techniques used when modeling and detailing plastic or wooden structures.

Basic Model Railroad Track Plans

Basic Model Railroad Track Plans
Author: Kent J. Johnson
Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.
Total Pages: 76
Release: 2002
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780890246139

From Model Railroader magazine, these simple layout designs are ideal for beginners. Features full-color plans and construction techniques for HO and N scale starter layouts.

Introduction to Model Railroading

Introduction to Model Railroading
Author: Jeff Wilson
Publisher: Kalmbach Media
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2011
Genre: Railroads
ISBN: 9780890247921

The all-new material in Introduction to Model Railroading offers beginning modelers a wealth of information. It begins with choosing a place, era and scale to model. Veteran modeler Jeff Wilson also breaks down the basics of planning a layout and building supporting benchwork. The easy-to-follow instructions and abundance of photographs make this the perfect introduction to scale model railroading.

N Scale Railroading

N Scale Railroading
Author: Martin McGuirk
Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.
Total Pages: 98
Release: 2009
Genre: Models and modelmaking
ISBN: 0890247730

There have been numerous advances in N scale railroading since the first edition of this book, and the author addresses them all, from track to train control. He takes beginners through step-by-step chapters that show them how to build and operate a complete N scale 4 x 8-foot railroad based on his Androscoggin Central, an interesting and challenging New England railroad. From planning through bringing the layout to life, everything is covered. The book is also beneficial for experienced modelers looking to build a new N scale empire.

Basic Trackwork for Model Railroaders

Basic Trackwork for Model Railroaders
Author: Jeff Wilson
Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.
Total Pages: 100
Release: 2004
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780890244371

Offers easy-to-follow techniques for installing sturdy trackwork, fitting the roadbed, laying track, and finishing with lineside details.

Track Planning for Realistic Operation

Track Planning for Realistic Operation
Author: John H. Armstrong
Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.
Total Pages: 148
Release: 1998
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780890242278

Covers freight and passenger operations, route design, and contemporary railroading operations. The step-by-step design techniques and operation-oriented track plans also make it easy to create your own realistic model railroad.