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How to Design a Model Railroad

Author: Lance Mindheim

Publisher:

Published: 2021-05-07

Total Pages: 144

ISBN-13: 9781627008310

This new hands-on book will show how to use tools and elements such as track, turnouts, crossings and scenic elements to paint the "canvas". The reader will learn how to blend the track plan itself with structures and scenery in a realistic manner along with a basic understanding of how real railroads work to help them narrow the layout-design focus, leading to a workable plan for the space a modeler has available.

Track Planning for Realistic Operation

Author: John H. Armstrong

Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 148

ISBN-13: 9780890242278

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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.

The Big Book of Model Railroad Track Plans

Author: Robert Schleicher

Publisher:

Published:

Total Pages: 276

ISBN-13: 9781610606769

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Designing & Building Multi-deck Model Railroads

Author: Tony Koester

Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 98

ISBN-13: 0890247412

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Acquire more space for scenery and longer mainline runs with multiple decks. Tony Koester walks you through design options, lighting and wiring considerations, and the all-important construction process and techniques.

How to Build Model Railroad Benchwork

Author: Linn Hanson Westcott

Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing Company

Published: 1996

Total Pages: 84

ISBN-13: 9780890242896

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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.

Shelf Layouts for Model Railroads

Author: Iain Rice

Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 90

ISBN-13: 0890246904

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Includes specific pointers on shelf layouts. Uses examples for N scale, HO scale, and ON30 scale trains. Covers a variety of scales, modeling eras, and room applications.

Realistic Model Railroad Operation

Author: Tony Koester

Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 100

ISBN-13: 9780890244180

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Develop realistic operating sessions and operate your model railroad like a full-sized one. The book covers how to forward cars, move trains, and use signal systems.

Planning Scenery for Your Model Railroad

Author: Tony Koester

Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 99

ISBN-13: 0890246572

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Learn how to model natural land forms, crops, forests, and lakes. You'll be able to apply what you see in real life to your modeling and recreate these scenic elements. Produce impressive signature scenes for your model railroad.

Building Realistic Model Railroad Scenery

Author: Kathy Millatt

Publisher:

Published: 2022-02

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 9781627008761

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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!

Realistic Model Railroad Design

Author: Tony Koester

Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 102

ISBN-13: 9780890245811

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Design a freelanced or prototype-based model railroad by selecting a time period, modeling geography, creating a roster, using graphics, and following paint schemes.