One of the first things we model railroaders learn when we go from a train set to a layout is that our work is never done. Perhaps one of the biggest attractions of our hobby is the ability to continually evolve our layouts, from swapping out a handful of accessories to completely taking apart a …
Starting Your Model Railroad
Starting your model railroad is exciting, whether you’re simply putting together your first “train set” or already thinking about a more detailed layout. When you look up pictures of impressive layouts and see the time and work that has obviously gone into them, it can be very intimidating! However, the sense of satisfaction when your …
Chutes and Cubes: Intermountain’s Latest Rolling Stock Releases
Hoppers and boxcars make up the bulk of most manifest freights across North America, with the PS2 and Gunderson High Cube being some of the most frequently seen types. In this article, we’re taking a look at the new Intermountain release of these cars in HO (and N scale for the High Cubes!). The 4785 …
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History of the Union Pacific Railroad (Part Two)
Here at ModelTrainStuff we have all that you need to bring the mighty Union Pacific to your railroad!
The History of the Union Pacific Railroad (Part One)
One of the most recognized railroads in the world, the Union Pacific maintains 32,000 miles of track in 23 states, and owns a roster of roughly 8300 locomotives, making it one of the largest class one operators in the United States. It is also the oldest operating railroad to still use it’s original name. …
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Amherst 2020 Show Report
On January 25th 2020, we returned to America’s largest model train show to visit with manufacturers, explore new products, and find out exactly what we can expect in 2020 and beyond! Organized by the Amherst Railway Society, the annual Railroad Hobby Show has grown to over 400,000 square feet in the last couple of years, …
Expanding Your Train Set into a Layout
A big landmark in any model railroader’s “career” is when the basic train set is expanded into a layout. Many modelers start with a simple oval of track as their base, often in the form of a store-bought train set. From here, the possibilities are endless! Your layout won’t come together overnight. You’ll make mistakes, …
2019: Model Railroading Year in Review
As 2019 draws to a close, we’re taking a look at products and innovations which have stood out to us over the past year. With new locomotives, rolling stock, and continued technological advances, there’s no doubt that 2019 was a great year to be a model railroader! Locomotives 2019 was arguably one of the best …
A History of The Lionel Polar Express
The beauty of The Polar Express is that it allows hobbyists to combine their passion for model trains while embracing a Christmas tradition. Create your own history over the holidays, and with every holiday season moving forward, with the Lionel Polar Express series!
Winter Landscaping: Tips and Tricks for Creating a Winter Layout
At this time of year, we’re all thinking about what we can do to create an inspirational winter layout, teeming with realism and seasonal features that makes us feel like we’ve stepped into a true winter wonderland. Let’s take a look at how you can create a stunning winter layout by following a few simple …
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