Covers freight and passenger operations, route design, and contemporary railroading operations. The step-by-step design techniques and operation-oriented track

Collects layouts inspired by actual railroads around the United States, or that were winners of a layout contest

Develop realistic operating sessions and operate your model railroad like a full-sized one. The book covers how to forward cars, move trains, and use signal sys

Whether or not model railroaders incorporate logging into their layouts, the industry itself holds a special fascination for them. This highly illustrated book

This notable designer has contributed to Model Railroader magazine since the 1950s. This exciting book features easy-to-follow layout designs for sophisticated

Design a freelanced or prototype-based model railroad by selecting a time period, modeling geography, creating a roster, using graphics, and following paint sch

Step-by-step instructions and illustrations take the mystery out of constructing benchwork. Covers the materials and tools for making benchwork for any layout.

Photos capture prototype railroad features including yards, bridges, service facilities, and tunnels. Included are modeling ideas, suggested kits, recommended m