Found across the country from small towns to major cities, yards are the beating heart of the railroad. A typical freight yard will often lie at a strategic point in a railroad’s system, usually where multiple routes come together. Here the railroad can switch cars between trains, store equipment while not being used, and service …
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One of the great things about model railroading is the ever-increasing durability of available products. Most new or recent locomotives, rolling stock, and track, will likely yield many years of enjoyable use, with minimal maintenance required. However, to ensure a long lifespan for your collection, some basic TLC will always be needed. By keeping on …
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Era Overview Following the explosive growth of railroad technology and routes during the Pioneer Era, the Golden Era (1910 – 1940) was arguably the finest era of classic railroading. Trains had solidly established themselves as America’s primary transportation method, and it was during this time that the United States would hit it’s peak of 254,000 …
A few months ago we outlined the basic hallmarks of the 5 key eras of railroading history. In this new series, we’ll be taking a closer look into 4 of these eras, examining what types of rolling stock, locomotives, industries, and scenery items would best fit these periods on your model railroad. For our first …
Thanks to Lionel, the most iconic train in North American history is back once again, just in time for this year’s holiday season! The Prototype Winding its way from Chicago to Los Angeles by way of Missouri, Kansas, Colorado, New Mexico, and Arizona, the Super Chief was known for its luxurious accommodations and stunning …
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What makes a realistic modern freight train, and what types of cars should you be using to replicate one on your model railroad?
In this post, we’re going to look at the four main scales used by indoor model railroaders and consider which might be best for your needs.