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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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A valuable resource filled with useful information on freight and staging yards, both model and prototype. HO and N scale illustrations, prototype and layout photos introduce modelers to the principles of designing, constructing & operating a rstic freight yard. Covers the operations of a prototype freight yard, including receiving, classifying, cleaning, and more! It outlines the basic structures; and offers techniques for modeling a freight yard on a layout of any
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Every one of the 101 track plans in this book is an adventure in model railroad design. A complete miniature world with a theme, purpose, and atmosphere. The plans range in size from tiny layouts that would fit on a card table to a huge estate-size railroad designed for a specifically built building. The author also explains how to convert the plans for use in the various model railroad scales, how to build a layout from a plan, and how to choose the plan best suited to
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An excellent paperback reference designed to help you build a simple, semi-permanent tabletop for displaying and running your model train(s). Detailed and easy-to-follow how-to advice. Diagrams and full-color photos. 16 Pages. ''Tables for Your Trains'' is a Model Railroader Book from Kalmbach Publishing
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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 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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This book is full of juicy information about an HO layout built by the staff of Model Railroader Magazine. The Authors' techniques and plans are effective, easy to duplicate, and applicable to any size, scale, or gauge. This book is the ultimate resource for the beginning layout train modeler. Glossy softcover 88 page book. Includes techniques suited to any skill level--from beginner to advanced. Includes many color and black and white photographs. This book will show you
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Choose from four dozen terrific plans that will accommodate any size or scale of layout. Track plans are among the best layout ideas ever published in Model Railroader Magazine. Even if you're an armchair modeler at this point, you'll find hours of reading pleasure and lots of inspiration for the layout you'll build in the future. Glossy softcover 120 page book full of excellent track plans. Includes many color and black and white pictures. This book is full of excellent
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Build your own model railroad N-pire in five easy-to-follow stages. The step-by-step illustrated instructions on constructing framework, laying track, wiring, building scenery, and assembling structures wil get your N scale model railroad going and growing. Glossy softcover 95 page book. Book details a five-step program for designing and building your own N-scale model railroad. Includes many color and black and white photographs. Follow the examples and information in this
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Whether you're planning your first permanent layout or you've already started building your latest model railroad empire, here's a book that's as essential as a pencil, saber saw, and electric drill. Inside this indispensable manual you'll find information about how real railroads operate and how to design a realistic model railroad in any scale. Glossy softcover 144 page book. Includes techniques and information beneficial for both the beginner and advanced modeler.
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PACKAGE INCLUDES; 1- Book- How To Build Model Railroad Benchwork, 2nd Edition. Number of Pages; 80. Author; Linn H. Westcott. Black and White photographs with captions. Black and White diagrams. Includes useful advice for. Tools and material. Framework for permanent layouts. Joists, risers, and cleats. Roadbed construction. Backdrops, fascia boards. Scenic support. Benchwork for special supports. Benchwork is the essential framework that holds your trains and track up off
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Glossy softsided 80 page book. Instructions, information and color photographs on each page will walk you through to a realistic scenery. With this book, you will learn how to. -Construct a backdrop for a layout of any size, shape, or scale. -Workconfidently with acrylic paints, brushes and other art. supplies. -Finish and paint a backdrop to suit any model railroad landscape. -Blend layout scenery with your backdrop to create realistic,. expansive scenes, including
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If you're ready to get started in model railroading but have questions about how to begin, here's the book you have been waiting for! In Basic Model Railroading, the staff of Model Railroader Magazine has put together answers to your questions about layout planning, carpentry, wiring, and scenery building, among other subjects. Within these pages, you'll learn everything you need to get started. Glossy softcover 80 page book. This book is a comprehensive introduction to the
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Buildings, vehicles, people, signs, lights, and the numerous other details of a city can combine to make urban scenery one of the most intriguing aspects of any model railroad. With an ever-increasing variety of products to choose from and so manydifferent desing aspects to consider, you may start to think you'll need a city planner or an architect to pull it all together. Glossy softcover 96 page book. Includes techniques that will be helpful for any modeler interested in
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Since the mid-1960's N scale has opened up the hobby of scale model rail- roading to thousands of people who previously did not have room for even a small layout in one of the larger scales. The popularity of N scale continues to grow with the introduction of new products, techniques, and activities. Glossy softcover 104 page book. This incredibly comprehensive book helps you get started by showing you everything you need to know to build your own N scale empire. Included
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Shows you Basic Electricity, Choosing a Power Pack, Two-Rail Wiring, Turning Trains and Engines Around, Controlling Two Trains at Once. Cab Control, and Multiple Cabs, Locating Blocks, Commmand Control, Turnout Control, Layout Wiring, Control Panels, and ''In Case of. Trouble''. Many Wiring Diagrams, Track Layouts and Step-by-Step Instructions. One Easy Model Railroad Wiring (2nd Edition). 128 Pages of Information with diagrams and Layouts. Easy Model Railroad Wiring (2nd
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In Maintaining & Repairing Your Scale Model Trains, you'll learn about the basic tools, materials, and techniques needed for typical maintenance and repair projects. Clear, concise instructions and plenty of step-by-step photos guide you througfective train maintenance. Glossy softcover 80 page book. Includes techniques that will benefit any railroad modeler. Includes many black and white pictures. This book is full of helpful maintenance and repair data, including.
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Even if you don't know a watt from an ampere, you'll find you can still wire a simple or advanced model railroad with the help of this book. Using clear, photographic step-by-step instructions and nontechnical language, the author walks you through many of the common wiring projects you'll encounter as you build your own railroad. Glossy softcover 80 page book. Full of black and white photos. Inside the book you'll learn how to. -Select the appropriate tools and supplies.
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An excellent paperback reference guide for creating scenery so true-to-life it fools the eye! This updated edition reflects the new developments in modeling materials and techniques, as well as containing detailed full color how-to photographs. LEARN HOW TO plan your scenery and - * build the forms and shells that support your layout * make scale rocks and rubble * create trees and foliage for all 4 seasons * use texture to add depth to your layout * model realistic bodies
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Enjoy following the practices of a full-size railroad while working with the landscape, existing gardens, trees, and other natural. materials in the comfort of your own backyard!. An increasing number of women, children and families are enjoying garden railroading together. Many beautiful railway gardens have been created by people who claim not to be gardeners. Inside the pages of this book you'll find. plenty of suggestions and resources available to help you get.
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