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Learn the ABCs of bridges (beam and thru-plate girder bridges, truss spans, deck bridges, trestles, arches, viaducts, culverts, wood truss bridges, and more) Add a covered highway bridge to your layout Black and White diagrams and photographs PACKAGE INCLUDES; 1-Book----Model Railroad Bridges and Trestles. Number of Pages; 152. From; Model Railroader. Includes plans for the Gloucester Draw bridge. Model Railroad Bridges and Trestles brings together more than 20 years of .....
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Paperback book with glossy-type pages. Learn the basic principles, goals, and benefits of operating a model railroad as if it were a real, full-sized railroad!. The chapters are arranged to guide you thru the steps leading to realistic operation and include. -A quick-start guide to realistic operating sessions in one evening. -Various schemes for forwarding cars and moving trains across your layout. -Explanation of signal systems as they apply to model railroads. -Appendix .....
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An excellent paperback reference introducing techniques for incorporating Layout Design Elements (a sectional or modular approach to model railroading) into a larger layout. Learn how to choose and model; * towns & cities * engine terminals * jions * industries * yards * ports * bridges * ''signature'' scenes Detailed and easy-to-follow! 75 illustrations, 125 full-color photos, and 10 black & white photos. 96 Pages. ''Realistic Model Railroad Building Blocks'' is a .....
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Plain & simple explanations where the instruction manuals left off Inside this book, you will better understand DCC (Digital Command Control) by addressing; *DCC history and standards *The DCC system *Decoders *Programming decoders *Selecting atem *Layout wiring *Installing decoders *Lighting and sound *Operating with DCC *Glossary of of DCC terms. 80 Pages. ''The DCC Guide'' is a Kalmbach Model Railroader Book by Don .....
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Looking to make that scene on your layout look more ''railroady''? Wanting to find a trestle that will look right bridging the gorge on your layout? Searching for yard buildings that make sense? Model Railroader's now-retired managing editor and creative modeler Jim Kelly has answers and ideas for you in this book. Divided into five chapters, arranged by type of railroad structure or feature. -Arrivals and departures; railroad yards. -Care and feeding; enginehouses and .....
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Perfect bound; paperback. An excellent how-to guide with step-by-step photos that lead you to making freight cars look as realistic as your layout! This book provides information and tips about (which apply to all scales); * Adding brake and underbody details * Upgrading couplers and trucks * Weathering and painting * Using accurate decals for placards and markings * Replacing running boards and body details * Making realistic freight loads More than 200 photos and .....
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For levels 2&3. Six layouts with four jumbo 11''x17'' plans. Each plan is designed for a (2) train operation and is drawn in a big 2'' to the foot scale. Railroads that feature ''cookie-cutter'' construction. Detailed instructions for layout couction, scenery and more. Complete list of all Atlas products needed for each layout. Complete wiring instructions and guidelines. Detailed drawings and layouts. One book, ''HO King-Size Plan Book''. Update and revised into a .....
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Number of Pages; 52. Illustrations; Black and White. 11 unique HO layouts (variety of sizes and shapes). Easy to use product lists, with item # for all layouts. Clear installations diagrams for electrical components. Two ''new'' layouts, Atlas classics, updated for today's modeler. Layout variation to assure wide variety of train operations. Learn how to; Plan your model railroad, all about track diagrams, build your railroad, layout wiring, and tracklaying. One book, ''HO .....
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Number of Pages; 56. Illustrations; Black and White. Extensive glossary. Basic, intermediate and advanced techniques. Full descriptions and diagrams of Atlas wiring components. Tips and shortcuts on how to avoid common pitfalls. Precise installation information for all types of accessories and control panels. One book, ''The Complete Atlas Wiring Book'' (All Scales). This is the first user-friendly, modern, and up-to-date model railroading wiring book for all scales and .....
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Number of Pages; 52. Illustrations; Black and White. Large, clear diagrams of (7) interesting layouts. Layout planning and construction (step-by-step instructions and photos). Complete and simple wiring instructions and guidelines. Hints on how toscenic our railroad with buildings, paint, and landscaping. Tips that will eliminate mistakes and frustration. One book, ''Seven Step-by-Step HO Railroads'' (All Skill Levels). Inside this book you'll find seven track plans that .....
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This book will introduce you to the exciting world of model railroading and Atlas HO True-Track. With prototypical looking plastic roadbed that detaches from premium nickel silver HO Code 83 track. True-Track takes care of your ballasting with its molded gray roadbed. True-Track sections snap together easily so building layouts is quick and easy for everyone!. This book contains the following. *Blueprints for 10 basic layouts (plus 2 variations). *Complete list of Atlas .....
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This booklet makes it easy to choose your favorite layout. Features all 54 classic HO and N Scale layout plans with a brief descriptions. Also provides required space, instruction book that includes specific plans and more. .....
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Number of Pages; 38. Illustrations; Black and White. Diagrams for 9 basic layouts. Large, clear diagrams showing layout size and track locations. Quick, reference table size guide. Simple wiring instructions and guidelines. Instructions on building simple benchwork for your layout and more. One book, ''Introduction to N Scale Model Railroading'' (Level 1). N SCALE fun starts here! Open this book for an introduction into the world of ATLAS N scale. Newcomers will find it .....
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Number of Pages; 59. Illustrations; Black and White. Large, clear diagrams of (9) interesting layouts. Layout planning and construction made easy through instructions and photos. A complete list of All Atlas products needed for each layout. Hints on How To Scenic Your Railroad. Tips that will help to eliminate frustration. For intermediate and advanced modelers. One book, ''Nine N SCALE Railroads'' (Level 2). Inside this book you'll find everything you need to know to build .....
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Number of Pages; 44. Illustrations; Black and White. Lots of tips and the latest advances in model railroading technology. Blueprints for 12 basic layouts that allow for future expansion. Comprehensive list of all Atlas track needed for each layout. Large, clear diagrams and photos to visually guide you through each step. Complete and simple wiring instructions and guidelines. Learn how to create a realistic environment with buildings, paint and landscaping. One Book, .....
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Novice and master railroaders alike will appreciate how Bachmann's E-Z Track System makes layout construction quick, ''E-Z'' and fun!. Glossy softcover 50 page book. Includes techniques helpful for the beginner as well as the advanced rail modeler. Includes detailed color photographs. Contents include. -The Bachmann E-Z Track System. -Try-it-first track planning. -Building wood benchwork. -Tabletop layout construction. -Simple super-detailed track. -The plug-in wiring .....
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Perfect bound; paperback. This book is both a guidebook with detailed information about 150 of the best tourist trains and rail museums in the US and Canada, as well as a directory of almost 300 more interesting train rides, museums, and historic depots. You'll learn what's worth seeing, when to go, and what features each site has to offer. Each listing has a photo and directions for getting there. Listings are organized by state and indexed for easy use. A discount card is .....
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This new edition of Greenberg's Guide to Lionel Trains, 1945-1969; Volume I, is published to mark the 100th anniversary of Lionel trains. Reaching the century mark is an incredible accomplishment for any American manufacturer-100 years of producing quality products. Even today, almost 50 years after the company reached its zenith, the name ''Lionel'' is still one of the most recognized trade names in America. Glossy softcover 296 page book. Many color and black and white .....
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Softcover book gives the information you need to start wiring your toy train layout today. Even if you can't tell a track lockon from the back of a Z-4000 transformer, you can still wire a simple or sophisticated toy train layout with the help of this book. Using non-technical language and clear, illustrated examples, this book walks you through many of the common wiring situations you'll encounter as you build your own operating layout. You'll find. Electrical principles .....
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This book offers 16 realistic, distinct O gauge themed layout plans. Essential information on brands and types of sectional track. Complete listings of track and accessories needed to construct each of the included track plans. Plenty of photos (64 color and 16 black & white) and illustrations (48). 3-D views of each layout. Actual photographs of prototype trains, stations, locations and trackside features. Softcover with gloss coating. 80 Pages. ''Creative Toy Train Track .....
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An excellent staple bound, paperback reference booklet provides basic information that introduces you to the collecting and running of toy trains. Provides a clear guide on where to buy toy trains, what to look look for, and how to get started building a layout. This booklet also provides tips on storage, display, and cleaning. Detailed and easy-to-follow how-to advice. Diagrams and full-color photos. 19 Pages. This is the Classic Toy Trains Book ''Get Started in Toy .....
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This book covers the basics of O gauge track, sectional track for train sets, scale like track and working with track components An essential reference that makes it easy for you to assemble the trackwork you need for smooth, dependable, and realistic model railroad operations Softcover with gloss coating More than 250 color photographs and diagrams. 96 Pages. ''Trackwork for Toy Trains'', by Peter H Riddle, is a Classic Toy Trains Product from Kalmbach Publishing .....
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Adhesive (Perfect) bound paperback guide. The data needed before buying, selling, or trading any American Flyer or S gauge train is within the pages of this guide. Provides you with current market prices for American Flyer trains produced between 1946 and 2006. Includes a brief description of each item with production date and significant variations. Pricing information is provided for items in good or excellent condition. 96 Pages. This is the Greenberg's Guides American .....
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Adhesive (Perfect) bound paperback guide. The data needed before buying, selling, or trading any American Flyer or S gauge train is within the pages of this guide. Provides you with current market prices for American Flyer trains produced between 1946 and 2007. Includes a brief description of each item with production date and significant variations. Pricing information is provided for items in good or excellent condition. 96 Pages. This is the Greenberg's Guides American .....
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Adhesive (Perfect) bound paperback guide The data needed before buying, selling, or trading any American Flyer or S gauge train is within the pages of this guide Provides you with current market prices for American Flyer trains produced between 1946 and 2008 Includes a brief description of each item with production date and significant variations Pricing information is provided for items in good or excellent condition. 96 Pages. This is the Greenberg's Guides American .....
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Adhesive (Perfect) bound paperback guide Provides you with the data you need before buying, selling or even trading any Lionel toy trains Includes a brief description of each item with production date and significant variations Pricing information is provided for numerically listed items in good, excellent, or new condition Also offers tips about how and where to buy toy trains, and insuring your collection. 320 Pages. This is the Greenberg's Guides Lionel Trains 1901 - .....
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