Track Planning for Realistic Operation

Track Planning for Realistic Operation

Author: John H. Armstrong

Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 148

ISBN-13: 9780890242278

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Covers freight and passenger operations, route design, and contemporary railroading operations. The step-by-step design techniques and operation-oriented track plans also make it easy to create your own realistic model railroad.


Lionel FasTrack Model Railroads

Lionel FasTrack Model Railroads

Author: Robert Schleicher

Publisher: Voyageur Press

Published: 2009-09-18

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 1616732199

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As model railroaders began demanding ever-greater realism, Lionel responded in 2004 with its FasTrack system featuring an integrated roadbed, scale-sized ties, and a less-obvious center rail. Veteran hobby author Bob Schleicher follows up his The Lionel FasTrack Book with a closer, more detailed look at Lionel’s revolutionary O-gauge system. 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. The book includes 150 color photos and track diagrams for 10 scenicked FasTrack layouts ranging from 6x6-foot tabletop models to an 11x30-foot scale-size empire. Schleicher also provides instructions for building tables to support the layouts, advice for creating both rural and urban scenery, and an appendix of recommended suppliers.


Shelf Layouts for Model Railroads

Shelf Layouts for Model Railroads

Author: Iain Rice

Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 90

ISBN-13: 0890246904

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Includes specific pointers on shelf layouts. Uses examples for N scale, HO scale, and ON30 scale trains. Covers a variety of scales, modeling eras, and room applications.


101 Track Plans for Model Railroaders

101 Track Plans for Model Railroaders

Author: Linn Hanson Westcott

Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.

Published: 1956

Total Pages: 84

ISBN-13:

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Includes unique track plans that apply to nearly every scale. Learn how to convert plans to different scales, gain tips on building from a plan, and choose the plan best suited to your space.


Wiring Your Toy Train Layout

Wiring Your Toy Train Layout

Author: Peter Riddle

Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 100

ISBN-13: 9780897784771

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Covers the essential techniques needed to make electrical connections for a three-rail toy train layout of any size or complexity. Addresses fundamental electrical concepts, wiring and expanding a layout, accessory wiring, automatic train control, and troubleshooting. By Peter Riddle.


Building the Right-Sized Layout

Building the Right-Sized Layout

Author: Thomas Klimoski

Publisher:

Published: 2021-09

Total Pages: 112

ISBN-13: 9781627008372

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This all-new book helps guide model railroaders as they create a room sized layout while still being able to enjoy operating. Whether they are downsizing their layout or have a spare room, they will find all the tips and expert advice to help them build a fulfilling layout while still managing space, time, and resources. Featuring: Track planning strategies. Construction techniques. Room-planning concepts. Tips on operating once their layout is built.


Small, Smart & Practical Track Plans

Small, Smart & Practical Track Plans

Author: Iain Rice

Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 84

ISBN-13: 9780890244166

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These clever new layout designs use interchangeable modules, linked dioramas, and even multi-level concepts! Features custom-designed prototype-oriented HO and N scale layout designs and perspective drawings for spaces no larger than 10 x 12 feet. Perfect for modelers second project layout or a portable railroad that travels well.


Realistic Model Railroad Building Blocks

Realistic Model Railroad Building Blocks

Author: Tony Koester

Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing Company

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780890243688

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Learn how to plan a model railroad using layout design elements: prototypical models of towns, yards, terminals, industries, and other realistic building blocks.