HO Scale Model Railroading

HO Scale Model Railroading
Author: Jeff Wilson
Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.
Total Pages: 100
Release: 2003
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780890245750

Starting with benchwork and ending with realistic scenery, this practical, no-nonsense guide provides insight into the fundamentals of model railroading in the hobby's most popular scale. Features up-to-date techniques and references many significant new products.

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.

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"--

HO Railroad from Start to Finish

HO Railroad from Start to Finish
Author: Jim Kelly
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1993
Genre: HO.
ISBN: 9780890241554

Provides the construction steps for building a walkaround 4x8 layout. Photos, diagrams, and helpful instructions show how to construct benchwork and scenery, how to lay track, build detailed structures, weather freight cars, and more. By Jim Kelly.

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.

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.

Maintaining & Repairing Your Scale Model Trains

Maintaining & Repairing Your Scale Model Trains
Author: Jim Volhard
Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.
Total Pages: 84
Release: 1999
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780890243244

Save money and avoid repair shops! Learn fundamental repair skills through simple, step-by-step instructions, photos, and illustrations. You'll be able to maintain and repair DC-powered scale model locomotives, rolling stock, and layouts. Also includes various enhancement projects.

Building the Right-Sized Layout

Building the Right-Sized Layout
Author: Thomas Klimoski
Publisher:
Total Pages: 112
Release: 2021-09
Genre:
ISBN: 9781627008372

This all-new book helps guide model railroaders as they create a room sized layout while still being able to enjoy operating. Whether they are downsizing their layout or have a spare room, they will find all the tips and expert advice to help them build a fulfilling layout while still managing space, time, and resources. Featuring: Track planning strategies. Construction techniques. Room-planning concepts. Tips on operating once their layout is built.

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.