Kalmbach Model Trains

Stunning photographs selected from Model Railroader contributors show off the most realistic and interesting layouts around. Calendar recognizes national holidays. 13 x .....
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Calendar -- The Art Of Model Railroading 2009

Hardworking trains appear amid spectacular scenery in these beautiful full-color photos. Descriptions of each scene are included. Calendar recognizes national holidays. 13 x .....
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Calendar -- Trains at Work 2009

Learn how to construct a garden railroad as a weekend project, from laying track to picking the right plants. Clear, step-by-step presentation assures your success and lots of family fun! 19 minutes; VHS; .....
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Video -- Building a Basic Garden Railroad (VHS) - G-Scale

...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Video - World's Greatest Hobby -- Building Your First Model Railroad (VHS)

Aimed at the modeler just starting out, this DVD covers all the basics in creating one's first model railroad. Just about every question an inexperienced railroader might have is .....
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing DVD - World's Greatest Hobby -- Building Your First Model Railroad - All Digital Format - Color, Stereo Sound

Covers everything you need to build layout scenery, as well as use an airbrush to apply scenery paint. Covers tools, applications and special techniques. 120 minutes; stereo sound; .....
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing DVD -- Scenery & Airbrushing Made Easy - All Digital Format - Color, Stereo Sound

Includes tips and techniques for modeling trackage, structures and terminal details appropriate for the steam or diesel era. Softcover, 80 pages, 125 color and 50 B&W photos, 8-1/4 x .....
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Book -- The Model Railroader's Guide To Locomotive Servicing Terminals, 80 Pages

Illustrates and describes methods of building scale model pikes, from small table to complete attic layouts. For all gauges. 8-1/4 x .....
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Book -- 101 Track Plans for Model Railroaders Softcover 72 Pages

Includes 12 construction plans prototype photos and over 20 stes of scale .....
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Book -- Model Railroad Bridges and Trestles Softcover

Beginner's book on the construction of the HO Scale Cripple Creek Central. Covers everything from benchwork to rolling stock, avoids power tools and messy .....
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Book -- HO Railroad From Start to Finish Softcover (Beginners) - HO-Scale

You'll find a layout to fit any space limit or scale preference including HO,O,S,N, and Z .....
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Book -- 48 Top-Notch Track Plans From Model Railroader Softcover

This updated classic will let you learn everything you need to know about making realistic dioramas. Includes tips and hints on painting, weathering and detailing for figures, aircraft, vehicles and more! Softcover, 144 pages, 290+ photos, 41 illustrations, 8-1/4 x .....
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Book -- How to Build Dioramas, 2nd Edition 144 Pages

Shows how to build an N scale railroad in a few easy steps. Includes instructions on constructing framework, laying track, building scenery, and assembling structures that result in an outstanding .....
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Book -- N Scale Model Railroad That Grows Softcover - N-Scale

Must have for track planning and design tips and .....
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Book -- Track Planning for Realistic Operation, Third Edition

Teaches basic aircraft modeling preparation and assembly techniques. Includes suggestions for painting and decaling with special attention to creative displays and mounting tips for finished projects. Softcover, 88 pages, 110 B&W and 50 color ps, 8-1/4 x 10-3/4'' .....
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Book -- Building & Displaying Scale Model Aircraft w/Paul Boyer, 88 Pages, Softcover

Learn how to achieve special airbrushing effects on a variety of plastic models. Eleven projects teach the basics of realistic finishes, camouflage, weathering and other special effects for scale plastic modeling. Softcover, 96 pages, 196 color photos, 8-1/4 x .....
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Book -- How To Use An Airbrush - 96 Pages, Softcover

New tools, materials and techniques that make benchwork construction .....
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Book -- How To Build Model Railroad Benchwork 2nd Edition Softcover

Teaches you everything you need to know about scenery from ground cover and rockwork, to trees, water, and more. Includes photos of models and prototype scenes for inspiration. Softcover, 8-1/4 x .....
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Book -- Scenery for Your Model Railroad From Backdrop to Tabletop 80 Pages Softcover

Packed with simple tiips and techniques, detailed photos, diagrams and drawings. Basics of tracklaying, wiring, maintaining locomotives, scenery, painting, weathering and .....
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Book -- Basic Model Railroading- Getting Started in the Hobby

Learn how to model realistic city structures and objects. Softcover, 96 pages, 120 color and 40 B&W photos, 25 illustrations, 8-1/4 x .....
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Book -- Building City Scenery for Your Model Railroad

Learn about N Scale modeling and everything that makes it unique; from benchwork to realistic scenery. Colorful photos and illustrations are provided to guide the reader in everything that is N Scale. Softcover, 96 pages, 100 color and 50 B&W ps, 50 illustrations, 8-1/4 x .....
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Book -- N Scale Model Railroading- Getting Started In The Hobby 104 Pages - N-Scale

Provides easy and reliable layout wiring techniques that every level of modeler needs to know. Each chapter includes photos, illustrations and detailed schematics. Softcover, 128 pages, 80 B&W photos, 160 illustrations, 8-1/4 x .....
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Book -- Easy Model Railroad Wiring, Second Edition 128 Pages

With simple, instructional information, this book covers the basic techniques needed to maintain and repair DC-powered scale model locomotives, rolling stock and layouts. 80 pages, 150 B&W photos, 8-1/4 x .....
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Book -- Maintaining & Repairing Your Scale Model Trains 80 Pages

Teaches basic electrical connections for a two-rail DC powered layout of any size or complexity. Basic layout wiring techniques are presented simply, with numerous photos, illustrations and diagrams. Softcover, 8-1/4 x .....
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Book -- Basic Wiring for Model Railroaders 80 Pages Softcover

New Kalmbach Book Explains Model Railroad Scenery. Now in its third edition, ''How to Build Realistic Model Railroad Scenery'' by noted modeler and scenery expert Dave Frary provides valuable information about adding everything from forests to track ballast to your layout or modules. Its a must-have for your railroad library and also makes a great gift for fellow model .....
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Book -- How To Build Realistic Model Railroad Scenery, 3rd Edition, Softcover

This comprehensive collection of articles from Garden Railways magazines explains the basics of outdoor, large scale trains. It addresses site considerations, developing a plan, landscaping, trackwork, power and gardening for your outdoor trains. Perfect for beginners and seasoned modelers alike. Softcover, 144 pages, 230 color photos, 8-1/4 x .....
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Book -- Garden Railroading- Getting Started in the Hobby, 144 Pages - G-Scale

Make your railroad more true-to-life and interesting by adopting realistic operation principles. Covers the history, practice, terminology and benefits of operating realistically. Guides the reader through the steps leading to realistic operation,and includes pictorial examples of working model railroads and operating sessions. Softcover, 96 pages, 125 color and 25 B&W photos, 40 illustrations, 8-1/4 x .....
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Book -- Realistic Model Railroad Operation, 96 Pages, Softcover

Covers simple techniques for making realistic scenery (including ground cover, trees, water, rocks, roads and trackside details) for any size or scale layout. Includes color photos and diagrams that demonstrate basic steps to adding prototypical scenery to a model railroad. Sofcover, 96 pages, 200 color photos, 8-1/4 x .....
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Book -- Basic Scenery For Model Railroaders, 96 Pages, Softcover

Historic color and black-and-white photographs capture intriguing prototype railroad settings from all over the United States. The author details how you can realistically model each prototype scene on your own layout. Each chapter features a description of the scene including trackage, structures, and operating environment, and a suggested track plan. Softcover, 80 pages, 80 color and 20 B&W photos, 25 illustrations, 8-1/4 x .....
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Book -- Trackside Scenes You Can Model 80 Pages, 80 Color & 20 B&W Photos

An introduction to the basics of tracklaying and lineside detailing. Includes tips, techniques and ideas for working with track and the details immediately alongside it. Softcover, 96 pages, 150 color photos, 50 Illustrations, 8-1/4 x .....
...more about the Kalmbach Publishing Book -- Trackside & Lineside Detailing