Model Trains

Features: How to Create Realistic Landscapes for Your Layout In this compehensive how-to guide, Pelle Soeborg teaches readers how to construct the most common forms of scenery - mountains, deserts, lakes and streams plus rural and town scenes. Softcover, 104 pages, 8-1/4 x 10-3/4".
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Book -- Essential Model Railroad Scenery Techniques

Features: Tony Koester. Increase operations and add more towns to your railroad with multiple decks. This book covers design, construction techniques, lighting and wiring considerations. Includes examples from some great multi-deck layouts.
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Book -- Designing and Building Multi-Deck Model Railroads

Features: Learn the history, spotting features, characteristics and operation of diesel locos as well as how to determine eras, details and the type of specialized diesel service. Softcover, 88 pages, 8-1/4 x 10-3/4".
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Book -- The Model Railroader's Guide To Diesel Locomotives

Features: Learn how to master construction and finishing of plastic model aircraft. This how-to book covers all the basic skills like assembly, alignment, gluing, surface preparation, painting and adding decals.
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Book -- Building and Detailing Model Aircraft

Features: Prolific Kalmbach author Jeff Wilson shows modelers how to re-create numerous types of railroad and highway bridges based on prototype designs. Divided into chapters by bridge type, each chapter shows several prototype examples and demonstrates techniques for modeling, painting, weathering, and installing the models on a layout. Covers the history of railroad bridges, trestles, and tunnels. Includes specific details for modeling iron and steel truss bridges, plate girder bridges, concrete bridges, lift bridges, tunnels, and more. Lists currently available models. Ideal for intermediate and advanced hobbyists. Contains 175 photos, 15 illustrations. Softcover, 88 p
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Book -- The Model Railroader's Guide To Bridges, Trestles & Tunnels

Features: Here's a handy reference for modeling a coal-hauling prototype-based or freelance railroad. Includes information on modeling coal trains, company towns and coal customers plus operating tips. Softcover, 8-1/4 x 10-3/4", 96 pages, 130 color photos, 70 b&w photos, 20 illustrations.
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Book -- The Model Railroader's Guide to Coal Railroading

Features: As a follow up to his previous book, noted scenery expert Lou Sassi offers new photo-driven projects including how to add a realistic main street firehouse, model a farm implement dealership and tips and techniques for creating an entire Northeastern town. The book covers period details and historical photos that will be helpful to any modeler.
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Book -- How to Build & Detail Model Railroad Scenes, Volume 2 by Lou Sassi

Features: Noted modeler Pelle Soeborg outlines more than a dozen easy weathering and detailing projects ideal for adding realism to your locomotives and rolling stock. Packed with plenty of photos, illustrations and easy-to-follow instructions, this book is ideal for model railroaders of all skill levels. Softcover, 88 pages, 8-1/4 x 10-3/4".
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Book - Model Railroader's How-To Guide -- Done in a Day

Features: Covers pre- and post-war Lionel as well as American Flyer, Buddy L, Marx, Ives, Kusan & AMT.
...more about the Krause Publications Book -- O'Brien's Collecting Toy Trains 6th Edition

Features: Realistic railroad action will be within your grasp using the tips and techniques provided by this book. Learn how to create realistic scenery, how to select the best locos and cars, how to run multiple trains on one layout and receive practical advice on everything from choosing accessories to troubleshooting. Also includes 22 track plans. 8-1/2 x 11", 224 pages.
...more about the Krause Publications Book -- Fun With Toy Trains by Robert Schleicher, Softcover, 224 Pages

Features: Illustrated instructions for setting up, track, catenary, power packs, accessories and more. Includes tips on layout planning, building bridges and more.
...more about the Marklin, Inc Marklin Z Scale -- Track Planning - Hardcover, New Edition - Z-Scale

Features: Lionel introduced its new FasTrack system in 2004 and this book presents the first complete guide to the FasTrack system. Amply illustrated with color photos and 36 track diagrams, and instructs readers on every aspect of the system, from assembling and disassembling, to designing unique layouts, or planning layouts for smaller areas. Paperback, 8-1/4 x 10-5/8", 160 pages, 150 color photos and 36 diagrams.
...more about the Motorbooks International Book -- The Lionel FasTrack Book

Features: This nook by noted rail author Brian Solomon is loaded with over 250 modern photos of restored and preserved engines. Also included is a pictorial history of steam locomotive evolution in North America including discussions of the role each pictured locomotive played in rialroad history. Softbound, 192 pages.
...more about the Motorbooks International Book -- Steam Power

Features: An entertaining look at more than a century of one of America's favorite toy trains. Historian Robert Schleicher takes you back to the 1902 electric cheese box that started it all. Ride with him throughout Lionel history right up today's high-tech models. Features famous and rare steam and diesel engines, freight and passenger cars, accessories, track and more. Book is lavishly illustrated with color photos, vintage ads and historic images. Hardcover, 256 pages, 9 x 12".
...more about the Motorbooks International Book -- The Lionel Legend- An American Icon

Features: From background information on the technology itself to layout wiring, Nigel Burkin offers a comprehensive introduction to DCC for the beginner and experienced modeler alike.
...more about the Motorbooks International MBI Hobby Book -- Practical Introduction to Digital Command Control for Railway Modellers

Features: This guide gives enthusiasts a deeper sense of how to take advantage of the FasTrack's ease of use and unprecedented realism in large-scale model railroading. Softbound, 160 pages.
...more about the Motorbooks International Book -- Lionel FasTrack Model Railroads

Features: A how-to guide to airbrush use, maintenance and repair. Topics include airbrush history, types, adjustments, tools, painting techniques and more. Softbound, 144 pages.
...more about the Motorbooks International Book -- How Airbrushes Work