Trackwork and Lineside Detail for Your Model Railroad


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Featuring more than 30 projects from the experts found in Model Railroader magazine, this book focuses on laying and weathering track and creating the realistic lineside details that are found alongside it.




Scenery for Your Model Railroad


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Create a more realistic scene around your model railroad and add the finishing touches that give a railroad character! This book shows you how, from creating a backdrop to adding ground cover, trees, water, and more.




Easy Model Railroad Wiring


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A useful reference for every level modeler. Easy and reliable layout wiring techniques are included with essential techniques needed to wire a two-rail, DC-powered layout of any size or complexity.




Project Railroads You Can Build


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Includes easy-to-follow instructions for constructing moderately sized (approximately 4' x 8') N or HO scale model railroads from benchwork through finished scenery. Ideal for novice model railroaders or experienced hobbyists interested in exploring other scales. From the pages of Model Railroader magazine.




How to Build Armor Dioramas


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New Scenery Tips and Techniques


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Compiled from Model Railroader, this book includes intriguing ideas from a variety of experts on creating realistic ground cover, trees, bushes, rocks, water, and other scenery details. Full of outstanding photos, diagrams, and instructions and is ideal for beginning model railroaders.




Trackside Scenes You Can Model


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Photos capture prototype railroad features including yards, bridges, service facilities, and tunnels. Included are modeling ideas, suggested kits, recommended materials, and more.




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.




The Model Railroader's Guide to Locomotive Servicing Terminals


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Learn about prototype engine servicing areas and their functions, and how to model them on any layout. Includes tips and techniques for modeling trackage, structures, and other terminal details appropriate for the steam or diesel era.




Basic Model Railroad Benchwork


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Step-by-step instructions and illustrations take the mystery out of constructing benchwork. Covers the materials and tools for making benchwork for any layout.