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.

N Scale Model Railroad That Grows

N Scale Model Railroad That Grows
Author: Kent Wood
Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.
Total Pages: 100
Release: 1996
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780890242230

Build an expandable N scale railroad in a few easy steps. Includes instructions on constructing framework, laying track, building scenery, and assembling structures.

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.

How to Build Model Railroad Benchwork

How to Build Model Railroad Benchwork
Author: Linn Hanson Westcott
Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing Company
Total Pages: 84
Release: 1996
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780890242896

Instructions for benchwork, the framework for model trains, covering tools and materials, framework for permananet layouts, joists, risers and cleats, roadbed construction, backdrops, fascia boards, scenic support and benchwork for special situations.

Build Your First Layout

Build Your First Layout
Author: Peter Vassallo
Publisher:
Total Pages: 96
Release: 2020-09-21
Genre:
ISBN: 9781627007771

This all-new how-to book is perfect for anyone getting started in model railroading or looking to build a simple, compact layout. Build Your First Layout features the small, easy to build Northspur & Tiburon Railroad from experienced modeler and Model Railroader author Peter Vassallo. You'll get step-by-step instructions and all the basic techniques needed to build an operating layout including: Benchwork, Tracklaying, Scenery and Structures.

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.

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 Realistic Model Railroad Scenery

Building Realistic Model Railroad Scenery
Author: Kathy Millatt
Publisher:
Total Pages: 192
Release: 2022-02
Genre:
ISBN: 9781627008761

Bring your layout to the next level with a complete overview of modeling railroad scenery from modeler and Model Railroader Video Plus host Kathy Millatt. In this "scenery makers bible" you'll learn how to use the latest techniques and materials, as well as time-tested "classic" methods for modeling mountains, rivers, forests, railroad rights-of-way, towns, and cities that occupy any modeler's layout. Perfect for everyone from a beginner to an expert modeler, this book includes: Step-by-step photo sections to show different methods used to build scenery. Details about techniques and materials to advance your modeling. Unique insights, tips, and tricks into layout detailing. And more! Take your layout from bare plywood or foamboard to a detailed scene that will surround your model trains!

Model Railroading in Small Spaces

Model Railroading in Small Spaces
Author: Mat Chibbaro
Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing Company
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2011
Genre: Railroads
ISBN: 9780890247723

"Living in a small space doesn't have to prevent you from building a model railroad. The second edition of Model Railroading in Small Spaces takes you step-by-step through the process of building several small layouts. You'll see layouts and modules that can be stored vertically thanks to folding legs and rolling carts. You'll also see several examples of how small layouts can be built as part of an end table, coffee table, or other piece of furniture"--Page 4 of cover.