The Model Railroader's Guide to Locomotive Servicing Terminals

The Model Railroader's Guide to Locomotive Servicing Terminals

Author: Martin J. McGuirk

Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 84

ISBN-13: 9780890244142

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Learn about prototype engine servicing areas and their functions, and how to model them on any layout. Includes tips and techniques for modeling trackage, structures, and other terminal details appropriate for the steam or diesel era.


The Model Railroader's Guide to Passenger Equipment & Operation

The Model Railroader's Guide to Passenger Equipment & Operation

Author: Andy Sperandeo

Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing Company

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 96

ISBN-13: 9780890246207

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Andy Sperandeo offers you passenger train history, types, equipment, and terminal information, as well as tips for modeling equipment, structures, trackage, and details appropriate for any era.


The Model Railroader's Guide to Coal Railroading

The Model Railroader's Guide to Coal Railroading

Author: Tony Koester

Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing Company

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 96

ISBN-13: 9780890246689

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This book provides you with a handy reference as you choose a prototype to model or create a freelanced railroad. Tony Koester demonstrates how to model coal trains, company towns, coal customers, and more.


Steam & Diesel Locomotive Servicing Terminals

Steam & Diesel Locomotive Servicing Terminals

Author: Tony Koester

Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing Co

Published: 2018-10-01

Total Pages: 99

ISBN-13: 1627005277

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This all-new book by Tony Koester explains how steam, diesel, and electric servicing facilities work, with details on the processes and equipment that can be replicated on model railroad layouts. The book includes: • An overview of locomotive maintenance. • Model railroad track plans and modeling examples. • Prototype photos of servicing terminals, roundhouses, turntables, sand houses and towers, and more.


The Model Railroader's Guide to Trackside Structures

The Model Railroader's Guide to Trackside Structures

Author: Jeff Wilson

Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing Company

Published: 2011

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780890247754

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Discover numerous examples of iconic railroad structures, with accompanying modeling tips! Filled with historical photos, this book from Jeff Wilson describes the design and operation of various types and styles of depots, passenger stations, and freight houses. It also covers the smaller structures and details found along railroad rights-of-way such as interlocking towers, maintenance sheds, crossing shanties and gates, signs, and communication lines.


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.


The Model Railroader's Guide to Industries Along the Tracks 2

The Model Railroader's Guide to Industries Along the Tracks 2

Author: Jeff Wilson

Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing, Co.

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 136

ISBN-13: 9780890246580

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Jeff Wilson demonstrates how to model several rail-served industries with insights, photos, and guidelines. Includes an overview on coal customers, milk, paper, breweries, merchandise traffic, and iron ore.


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.


The Model Railroader's Guide to Grain

The Model Railroader's Guide to Grain

Author: Jeff Wilson

Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing Company

Published: 2015

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780890249444

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The model railroader's guide to grain is ideally suited for model railroaders who want to realistically model grain elevators, flour, and feed mills. Covers the grain industry from the early days to the present.