N Scale Railroading


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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.




N Scale Model Railroad That Grows


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




The HO Railroad that Grows


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Building a Model Railroad Step by Step


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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.




Track Planning for Realistic Operation


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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.




Modeling the Clinchfield Railroad in N Scale


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Details track planning and benchwork with numerous ideas for researching and constructing a fantastic railroad. Includes basic techniques for modeling any prototype line in any scale or gauge.




Wiring Your Model Railroad


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"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 the Burlington Northern RR in N Scale


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Demonstrates what's behind a room-sized N scale layout of this famous railroad built by 10 modelers. Shows how computer track planning, kitbashed buildings, and superdetailed scenery can replicate the 23,000-mile Burlington Northern.




N Scale Primer


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Mid-Sized and Manageable Track Plans


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Use modules, linked dioramas, and stacking concepts to fit a model railroad into a small sapce. Color plans, layout specifications, and prototype background included. By Iain Rice.