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Model Railroading Books
N SCALE MODEL RAILROAD THAT GROWS
By Kent Wood and Ric LaBan (Kalmbach Publishing Co.). Step-by-step instructions for building your N scale model railroad in five easy to follow stages. For the novice and the experienced modeler alike. Ninety-six pages including over 200 photos and illustrations.
N SCALE MODEL RAILROADING: GETTING STARTED IN THE HOBBY
Learn What Makes N Scale Unique--From Benchwork to Realistic Scenery
NEW! HO SCALE MODEL RAILROADING: GETTING STARTED IN THE HOBBY
From Benchwork to Scenery. Features New Techniques and Products--96 Pages with 225 Color Photos and Illustrations. By Jeff Wilson
BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO N SCALE MODEL RAILROADING
Everything You Need to Know to Get Started. By Russ Larson. A Classic!
BASIC MODEL RAILROADING: GETTING STARTED IN THE HOBBY
Basics of Tracklaying, Wiring, and Maintaining Locomotives with Instructions for Building a 4'x8' HO Scale Layout
GARDEN RAILROADING: GETTING STARTED IN THE HOBBY
Kalmbach Publishing Co.
How to Get Started in G, HO, N, and 027 Railroading
By Jim Kelly. Includes Five Layouts You Can Build
Step-by-Step Beginners Guide by Robert Schleicher
THE HO MODEL RAILROADING HANDBOOK
Comprehensive Guide by Robert Schleicher
PRACTICAL GUIDE TO HO MODEL RAILROADING
Introduces the Essentials of HO Railroading
THE LARGE-SCALE MODEL RAILROADING HANDBOOK
How to Build Garden and Indoor G Scale Layouts by Robert Schleicher
GETTING STARTED IN GARDEN RAILROADING
Build the Railroad of Your Dreams in Your Own Backyard
NEW! STEAM LOCOMOTIVE PROJECTS & IDEAS
(Steam Locomotives and Project Ideas)
Tips on Detailing, Kitbashing, Maintaining, and Painting Steam Engines in Any Scale
MODEL RAILROADER CYCLOPEDIA: STEAM LOCOMOTIVES
By Linn H. Westcott. Includes Nearly 1,000 Rare Photos and 127 HO Scale Plans
MODEL RAILROADER CYCLOPEDIA: DIESEL LOCOMOTIVES
Details and Measurements with Hundreds of Photos, Diagrams, and Specifications
MODEL RAILROADING WITH JOHN ALLEN
Outstanding! By Linn H. Westcott and John Allen
TRACK PLANNING FOR REALISTIC OPERATION
A Book Every Model Railroader Should Have
By John Armstrong
The Wit, Whim, and (Best of All) Wisdom of John Armstrong. A Classic!
NEW! REALISTIC MODEL RAILROAD OPERATION
Covers the Basics of Realistic Operation
REALISTIC MODEL RAILROAD DESIGN
By Tony Koester--96 Pages
DESIGN HANDBOOK FOR MODEL RAILROADS
By Paul Mallery
THE CLASSIC LAYOUT DESIGNS OF JOHN ARMSTRONG
Great Layout Designs by John Armstrong
CLASSIC RAILROADS YOU CAN MODEL
N and HO Scale Plans--A Valuable Resource
HO RAILROAD FROM START TO FINISH
All the Necessary Steps for a 4'x8' Layout--By Jim Kelly
HO RAILROAD FROM SET TO SCENERY
Turn a Basic Train Set Into a Complete Layout
A REALISTIC HO LAYOUT FOR BEGINNERS
Step-by-Step Instructions. 96 Pages with 180 Photos
Great Looking Projects! 144 Pages with 200 Color Photos
MODEL RAILROADING IN SMALL SPACES
Step-by-Step Layout Plans in N and HO Scale to Fit Nearly Any Space
Second Edition Features Four N, HO, and O Scale Layouts
BASIC MODEL RAILROAD TRACK PLANS
Small Starter Layouts to Build
Outstanding Track Plans from Model Railroader Magazine
SMALL, SMART, & PRACTICAL TRACK PLANS
By Iain Rice--Kalmbach Publishing Co.
NEW! MID-SIZED & MANAGEABLE TRACK PLANS
By Iain Rice--Features Custom-Designed HO and N Layouts
PROJECT RAILROADS YOU CAN BUILD
From Benchwork to Finished Scenery
101 TRACK PLANS FOR MODEL RAILROADERS
A Classic! By Linn H. Westcott
THE BIG BOOK OF MODEL RAILROAD TRACK PLANS
Six Sections with 81 Plans. By Robert Schleicher
NEW! BASIC TRACKWORK FOR MODEL RAILROADERS
Model Railroader Photo Guide by Jeff Wilson Covers Tracklaying, Roadbed, and Finishing
NEW! BASIC MODEL RAILROAD BENCHWORK
Model Railroader's Complete Photo Guide Has 96 Pages with 300 Photos Plus Tool and Material Lists
HOW TO BUILD MODEL RAILROAD BENCHWORK
How to Plan and Construct Benchwork for Your Model Railroad by Linn Westcott
SCENERY FOR YOUR MODEL RAILROAD
Perfect for Beginners and Intermediate Modelers
By Mike Danneman
BASIC SCENERY FOR MODEL RAILROADERS
Complete Photo Guide by Lou Sassi
A Comprehensive Guide by Woodland Scenics
NEW! THE NEW SCENERY TIPS & TECHNIQUES
Completely Revised Edition Includes 275 Photos and Illustrations
NEW! HOW TO BUILD AND DETAIL MODEL RAILROAD SCENES
Essential Principles and Tehniques. Has 245 Photos. By Lou Sassi
Projects and Ideas That Will Bring Your Layout to Life
Classic Scenery Manual by Bill McClanahan
SCENERY FOR MODEL RAILROADS, DIORAMAS & MINIATURES
By Robert Schleicher. Has 25 Handy Tear-Out Reference Cards. 160 Pages
HOW TO BUILD REALISTIC MODEL RAILROAD SCENERY
Great Scenery Techniques Book
By Dave Frary
MODELING THE CLINCHFIELD RAILROAD IN N SCALE
Classic Book by Gordon Odegard
BUILDING THE BURLINGTON NORTHERN RR
IN N SCALE
A Classic How-To Guide
THE PENNSY MIDDLE DIVISION IN HO SCALE
How to Construct a Replica--Includes Benchwork, Wiring, and Track
BUILDING CITY SCENERY FOR YOUR MODEL RAILROAD
This Helpful Book Shows Modelers How to Build Realistic Urban Scenery
303 TIPS FOR DETAILING MODEL RAILROAD SCENERY AND STRUCTURES
Techniques for Improving the Realism on Your Layout
NEW! BASIC STRUCTURE MODELING FOR MODEL RAILROADERS
Model Railroader Book by Jeff Wilson Has Techniques for Building, Painting, Detailing, and More
222 TIPS FOR BUILDING MODEL RAILROAD STRUCTURES
Tips and Techniques for Building Structures
THE MODEL RAILROADER'S GUIDE TO INDUSTRIES ALONG THE TRACKS
80 Pages--By Jeff Wilson
HO TRACKSIDE STRUCTURES YOU CAN BUILD
Plans, Photos, and Diagrams for 18 Projects
NEW! TRACKSIDE SCENES YOU CAN MODEL
Includes Suggestions and Material Lists--By Jim Kelly
HO LINESIDE INDUSTRIES YOU CAN BUILD
How to Build Factories, Warehouses, and More
NEW! THE MODEL RAILROADER'S GUIDE TO FREIGHT YARDS
By Andy Sperandeo. 80 Pages with 200 Photos and Illustrations
GUIDE TO LOCOMOTIVE SERVICING TERMINALS
Comprehensive Guide by Martin McGuirk. 80 Pages with 175 Photos
TRACKWORK AND LINESIDE DETAIL FOR YOUR MODEL RAILROAD
An Introduction to the Basics of Track Laying and Lineside Detailing
CIRCUS TRAINS, TRUCKS & MODELS
A Classic! Edited by Harold Carstens
MODEL RAILROAD BRIDGES & TRESTLES
A Guide to Designing and Building Bridges for Your Layout
101 PROJECTS FOR YOUR MODEL RAILROAD
Covers All Aspects of Model Railroading. 256 Pages. By Robert Schleicher
PAINTING AND WEATHERING RAILROAD MODELS
Includes Basic Materials, Tools, and Techniques
Model Railroader Book by Jeff Wilson Includes Step-by-Step Techniques with 250 Color Photos
Learn How to Achieve Special Effects on Plastic Models--96 Pages with 196 Color Photos
MAINTAINING & REPAIRING YOUR SCALE MODEL TRAINS
Step-by-Step Instructions with Photos and Illustrations
HOW TO DETAIL DIESEL LOCOMOTIVES
Tips and Techniques for Detailing, Painting and Finishing
THE MODEL RAILROADER'S GUIDE TO INTERMODAL EQUIPMENT & OPERATIONS
Up-to-Date History with 220 Photos
NEW! THE MODEL RAILROADER'S GUIDE TO FREIGHT CARS
By Jeff Wilson--96 Pages
MODEL RAILROADING'S GUIDE TO MODEL RAILROAD PHOTOGRAPHY
Guidebook for Successful Model Railroading Photography
THE BROWN BOOK OF BRASS LOCOMOTIVES
By John Glaab. Market Prices for Model Brass Locomotives with Illustrations
Comprehensive Where to Find It Guide--192 Pages
REALISTIC ANIMATION, LIGHTING, AND SOUND
Illustrated Book with Easy Step-by-Step Instructions and Color Photos
BASIC WIRING FOR MODEL RAILROADERS
Complete Photo Guide to Wiring by Rick Selby
A Guide to Practical Model Railroad Wiring Includes DCC--By Andy Sperandeo
COMPLETE BOOK OF MODEL RAILWAY ELECTRONICS
Detailed Primer Includes Sample Projects
DIGITAL COMMAND CONTROL--
THE COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO DCC
Valuable Reference Guide for Beginners and Advanced DCC Users
A Handy Reference to DCC Systems and Accessories
 | NEW! Digital Command Control for Your Model Railroad--A Model Railroader Book by Lionel Strang. Explains DCC in an easy way and covers the full range of products. 48 pages with 100 color photos. A perfect companion to the books above. |
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MODEL RAILROADING
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N SCALE MAGAZINE and N SCALE RAILROADING
Great Magazine for O Gauge/Scale!
Railroading Past and Present--Less Than $3.00 per Issue
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