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In the world of model railroad car-routing system, the “waybill” procedure has gained much popularity. There’s an ID card for every car with a sleeve that holds the waybill guiding it to its final location. The method is versatile and equally fun to set up, use, and customize when needed. The system is so common … Read more
You probably hear about them all the time when working with your model train, and you might even have a rough idea of what a train coupler is. That little bit that sticks out and joins the cars together. This article is a deep dive into what a train coupler is, how they work, the … Read more
Cleaning locomotive wheels can be a very simple task for someone who knows how to do it properly. But it can also get tedious if you have no idea about what you are dealing with. There are many methods you can follow to get your locomotive wheels clean and tidy. But is that necessary? Without … Read more
When it comes to managing space and getting the most out of it, the two most important factor to consider is the type of train and the scale. The scale is the factor that represents the comparison of the size of the model to an actual standard train. There is a variety of model train … Read more
If you decide that you want to buy N scale models, you might notice that some are made out of brass! Brass models are seen as the crowning achievement by a lot of people in the model train world due to their technicality and the fact that a lot of them are hand made. Obviously … Read more
Creating N scale model train layouts is an extraordinary hobby and one that you can find a ton of hours of enjoyment in! But the first thing you want to focus on when you create a new model train layout is the scale that you want to use. There are multiple scales and options to … Read more
There’s something really satisfying about modelling N scale layouts. Their tiny size also means that no matter what kind of place you’re living in, you’ll be able to find one that suits your needs. So chances are good you’re on this page because you’re not sure what type of model layout you want. Well, we’re … Read more
If you want to get into model trains, one of the most important things to keep in mind is the scale that you want to go for. Both the N scale and Z scale trains are great options, each one of them coming with their own pros and cons. The great thing about these scales … Read more
What are model trains? If you’re on this page, chances are good you already have a rough idea what model trains and model railroads are. But for the uninitiated, they’re small, life-like versions of real trains that hobbyists build detailed tracks for. So why on earth do they do this? Well, it’s the same reason … Read more
This post was updated in March of 2020 to include some great new electric train sets that came out this year. Electric train sets have been a passion project for millions of people all over the world for a very long time. And it just so happens to be for a very good reason! Everyone … Read more
