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Model Train Electronics | model railway electrical supplies

Model Railway Electrical Supplies -- The Tie That Binds In reality classic model train layouts are the combination of three distinct hobbies bound together by voltage. The act of planning and creating scenery is an unmeasurable thrill for hundreds of thousands, yet the act of laying track and operating your model train set can be just as breath taking for millions. The single element that binds these two distinct hobbies is electronics. None of the magic would be possible without the wizardry of electrons pulsing through the veins of your model railway set. There are a number of skills required that give the electrical aspect of model railroading the right to ...

O scale model challenger | union pacific 3985 model train

Conquered the Great Open Plains 70 yrs Ago and Still Chugging Along - Challenger UP3985 The Union Pacific 3985 Challenger is a monstrous 4-6-6-4 Steam Engine. His brute strength has allowed him to perform up until this very day. He is the last of two original work horses from the 40's,50's, and 60's. His counterpart... UP 3977 is tucked away comfortably in a plush museum somewhere, we'll get back with you as to his exact location. However as hinted at before... the magnificent UP3985 remained in operation until "2008". This makes him one of the oldest operating trains in actual use... that means with a JOB! Lionel ...

O Scale Model Dewitt | dewitt clinton review | model train

Talk About HERITAGE - The Dewitt Clinton Heritage Edition Lionel is a Keeper You can't be a model train lover without knowing the significance of this train. First off you may be asking why no picture of this historically rich steamer. Thats because Lionel only makes them to order. Thats right their custom made for each individual that orders one. That in it self is priceless. Because Lionel Heritage Edition locomotives loose little value over the years, the opportunity to own this piece of New York State history is like catching the winning shot out of Yankee Stadium during The World Series of Baseball ...

Model Trains | z scale modelrailways 1:220 | miniature train sets

Z Scale Locomotives -- Do Model Railways Come Any Smaller? Z Being the last letter in the alphabet makes it the perfect symbol to represent the smallest(popular) Scale of miniature railroad. Scale, as you know refers to the ratio between dimensions of the model and those of its prototype. Gauge, refers to the distance between the inner rails of track also called "running" track. Track may be slightly wide to gauge, although usually maintains strict limits of variance for operation and safety purposes. Z Scale Numerically Breaks Down Into This Ratio -- 1:220 of Full Size. This Translates into (1) inch on the miniature... representing (220) inches or (18.333333) feet of "Live" locomotive! Z Scale (Track) Gauge = 6.5mm (distance between "running" track) To help put ...

Large scale model railways | No. 1 gauge | large scale model trains

Large Scale Locomotives -- Their Popularity is Timeless Due to their obvious size, large scale or gauge 1 locomotives jump out and catch individuals off guard. Their incredible detail is only rivaled by the real thing. This is undoubtedly the main attraction of giant miniatures. In addition, their large scale allows for easy maintenance, and detailing is considerably easier to manage as your hands will have no trouble, cutting, drilling, painting or setting up intricate layouts for these popular miniature locomotives. Large Scale Numerically Breaks Down Into This Ratio -- Large Scale is Represented by Two Different Ratios No. 1 Scale = (1:32) and Gn3 Scale = (1:22.5) This translates No. 1 ...

O scale model trains | Zero Scale locomotives | 1:48 scale train sets

O Scale Locomotives -- Perfect Gauge For "YOU" Who Enjoy Conducting YOUR Locomotive as Opposed to Crafting Daunting Details O gauge, at one time was the most widely used gauge in model railways. It's fall from grace came in the 1960s with the introduction of smaller gauges. O scale or "ZERO" scale, received its call sign as its a scale lower than #1Gauge or Wide Gauge. Many collectors only seek O Scale due to it's history with American Flyer and the shear value of these snippets of American History. O Scale Numerically Breaks Down Into This Ratio -- O Scale is 1:48 or of Full Size in US O Scale is 1:45 in Europe O Scale ...

AMTRAK HHP-8 | AMT Electric Passenger Set | model train

Similar to AMTs Acela - HHP-8 Hippo Reaches 125mph Across Northeast Corridor Known as the Hippo to those close to her, the HHP-8 is a double ended electric passenger locomotive that has exclusive rights to the territories surrounding Baltimore all the way down the eastern cost to Washington DC. The Sleek 8000 horsepower HPP-8 Hippo has a distictive slant nose that any speed freak would love. The Hippo has all but replaced the AEM-7. Even with a history of Unfavorable setbacks. It was noticed in 2002 that the HHP-8s had a sever problem with foul dampers within their trucks. The dampers act as shocks under ...

HO Scale Locomotives | OO scale model railroads | 1:87 & 1:76 scale

HO and OO Scale Locomotives -- Why Do So Many Railway Guys Love Them? In countries filled with hobby lovers such as Australia, Great Britain, Canada the U.S., and Japan, HO model railways are the number one guy! This scale has captured the hearts and imaginations of millions around the world. HO and the United Kingdoms OO scales are probably special to so many due to their user friendly size which allows model railway builders to pay extra special attention to detail. With these two scales visibility, one can spot the tiniest flaw in detail... so those endeavoring to build life like scenes and replicas are devoted to giving their admirers nothing short of ...

Casey Jones Village | Model Train Museum

Casey Jones Village - Modelers Layout of That Infamous Day and Historical Account Classy Model Trains recently visited the Casey Jones Motel and Museum in Jackson, Tennessee. Known to Jacksonians as the Casey Jones Village this marvelous tourist attraction draws thousands of travelers monthly to the growing community of 90,000 plus. Located off Highway 40 and the 45 Bypass, just 50 minutes east of Memphis, TN... Casey's legacy is perfectly preserved in a tribute befitting a king. The famous engineer devoted his life to the rails at the sapling age of 15. The Mobil & Ohio Railroad had the privilege of his devoted service ...

O scale model trains | Santa fe 3000 | Lionel

This Ones a Beauty - Santa Fe (2-10-10-2) 3000 Steam Locomotive In her hay day she was the titanic of ships. This 1911 marvel of engineering was only marveled for so long before her lack of steam power at high velocities was recognized. This lack of power deprived the locomotive of enough force the to keep the cylinders in pace. She was underpowered but a marvel never the less. Tipping the scales at almost a million pounds this gigantic steam engine saw operation proudly from 1911 until 1918. Her sleek before her times design is not to be ignored. She was a head turner then and is a head turner now. Lionel ...

Model Train | Baldwin DR-12-8-1500 | Centipede

Baldwin DR-12-8-1500/2... aka - The Centipede Baldwin created this narrow sleek looking diesel locomotive in 1945. These post war productions where short lived as they where plagued with problems. Never the less their tour of duty is not to be denied. Boasting 1500 horsepower, these 12 axle Road locomotives ran the rails of Mexico the Pennsylvania RR, Union Pacific, and Seaboard Air Lines. These particuler Baldwin diesel engines where unique as they where individually built... which mint "NO ASSEMBLY LINES". This caused problems as each locomotive was sightly different causing havoc for maintenance guys. Its nickname comes from the obvious number of axles supporting the DR-12-8-1500/2 Classymodeltrains.com spanned the globe ...

N Scale Model Trains | n scale model railroads | 1:148 or 1:160

N Scale Locomotives -- Not the Smallest, But Darn Close! N Scale Numerically Breaks Down Into This Ratio -- 1:148 to 1:160 of Full Size This Translates into (1) inch on the miniature... representing (148 or 160) inches of the "Real Deal" N Scale (Track) Gauge = 9mm (distance between "running" track) In the U.K. & Canada, N scale is definitive for 1:148 scale at 9mm track gauge. In the U.S. it represents either ratio. Each of us has our own perception of either standard depending on our background. Perhaps your family hales from The U.K or Australia in which case you'd perceive the correct ratio to be 1:148. Maybe you're from the hustle and bustle ...

O scale model trains | ac6000 diesel locomotive | Lionel

German and U.S. Engineering Pull Together To Produce - AC6000 Diesel The AC6000 Diesel Locomotives whether Union Pacific 7517 or CSX 618 the 6000 series locomotives are hands down some of the most powerful engines gliding across rails today. General Electric and Deutz MWM designed these 76 footers to carry 5,500 gallons of diesel fuel and provide enough brute force to hall thousands of tons of freight. You'll commonly see these "Guerrillas" rumbling across tracks at any railroad crossing throughout the country. Lionels Classy Classic Line | STANDARD O-Scale AC6000 Diesel Locomotive (not pictured) >>> Odyssey II Speed Control and Legacy Rail Sounds. httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-vhxhu9RmF8 [widget:related-widget-2] [widget:bookmark_me-3]

Thomas the Tank Engine | Thomas and Friends | Thomas the Toy Train

Thomas the Tank Engine -- How Thomas and Friends Got Their BIG Break! As you undoubtedly know, Thomas the thank engine popped on the scene as a British television show in 1984, although his origins begin further back in time. Thomas and all his friends are based on a series of childrens books, first published in 1945 by Wilbert Awdry. In 1972 Awdry passed his wright of passage onto Christopher... his son. By "1996" Chris had written 14 additional child inspiring episodes. httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JFrlmR2JGts Christopher Awdry, not only took over the honors of continuing the series, Christopher is actually the individual who inspired the series conception. In 1942 Chris was a vibrant two year old boy who unfortunately was ...

Model Train How to Articles | model train articles

The Internet Can Still Surprises YOU - Hidden Source for Fabulous Scale Model How to Articles and Pics Wolfgang Dudler has put together a marvelous collection of How to Articles ranging from such delicate topics as decoder instillation, layout construction, how to scratch build virtually any detail. Not to mention an extensive library of additional resources just in case one eludes you. We have spent hours reading his material and doing our own comparing of styles. Wolfgang is a winner and you would be wise to visit his extensive catalog of articles surrounding How To Build Professional Model Train Layouts and Scale Model Replicas. Thank you Wolfgang for ...

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Train Reviews(all scales)

O scale model trains | Pennsylvania 0880 Steam Locomotive | Lionel

Pulling Yard Duty Well Into the Forty's – Pennsylvania 0-8-8-0 Steam Engine Built by Baldwin in 1919 the Pennsylvania 0-8-8-0 Steam Locomotives where considered in their time to be some of the most powerful reciprocating steam engines ever built. These well fed workhorses where drafted for the Pennsylvania lines west of Pittsburgh. They... [Read more of this review]

N scale model trains | ES44AC diesel locomotive | Fox Valley

Fox Vally Model Works – N Scale General Electric ES44AC Freight traffic is booming in the United States and GE is bringing good things to light. Orders are coming in by the hundreds from the six major rail transportation companies and their is an all out war between manufactures to produce quality products. General Electric once again is... [Read more of this review]

O scale model trains | ac6000 diesel locomotive | Lionel

German and U.S. Engineering Pull Together To Produce -- AC6000 Diesel The AC6000 Diesel Locomotives whether Union Pacific 7517 or CSX 618 the 6000 series locomotives are hands down some of the most powerful engines gliding across rails today. General Electric and Deutz MWM designed these 76 footers to carry 5,500 gallons of diesel fuel and provide... [Read more of this review]

O scale model trains | Santa fe 3000 | Lionel

This Ones a Beauty – Santa Fe (2-10-10-2) 3000 Steam Locomotive In her hay day she was the titanic of ships. This 1911 marvel of engineering was only marveled for so long before her lack of steam power at high velocities was recognized. This lack of power deprived the locomotive of enough force the to keep the cylinders in pace. She was... [Read more of this review]

Walthers Model Trains | HO Scale Lackawanna F3A and F3B | Diesel Locomotive

Walthers HO Scale Lackawanna F3 - F4 Diesel Locomotive Following the unveiling of the FT series diesel locomotives, EMD, famous diesel train manufacturer produced a masterpiece. The F2 boasted 1,350 horsepower. Its familiar strength came from his older brother the FT! In production for a limited time the F2 set the standard for years to come. Shortly... [Read more of this review]

O scale model challenger | union pacific 3985 model train

Conquered the Great Open Plains 70 yrs Ago and Still Chugging Along – Challenger UP3985 The Union Pacific 3985 Challenger is a monstrous 4-6-6-4 Steam Engine. His brute strength has allowed him to perform up until this very day. He is the last of two original work horses from the 40's,50's, and 60's. His counterpart… UP 3977... [Read more of this review]

Bachmann | HO Scale 4-8-4 Class J Locomotive | Norfolk & Western Model Train

Known as the "J' to those who maned her, this powerful speed demon once hit the astounding speed of 115 mph. Considering todays Amtrak's HPP-8 Hippo travels the northwestern corridor at a modern speed of 125mph the 4-8-4 "J" steam powered loco accounted for one heck of a ride in her day… Bachmann-HO-Scale-4-8-4-Class-J As... [Read more of this review]

Walthers Model trains | HO Scale Diesel EMD F7A-B | Standard DC

Firstly classymodeltrains.com would like to give you some history behind EMD F series locomotives. As one of the final freight services to switch from steam power to diesel in the mid 30's, Mainline Freight doubted if the new streamline diesel EMD engines had the stamina to produce quality work, tugging freight cars and passenger liners from rail... [Read more of this review]

Kato Model Trains | HO Scale BNSF EMD SD70MAC

These popular models include such features as: Headlight with accurate color Type E magnetic knuckle coupler Directional headlight Lighted ditch lights Lighted number boards Factory-installed DCC and much more… To learn more about the Kato HO Scale BNSF EMD SD70MAC, Visit: Structures and Trains By FRED! Our partnership with this... [Read more of this review]

Bachmann HO Scale | Diesel B23/B30-7 | model trains

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Walthers PROTO 2000 | Diesel EMD GP38-2 | model train

Walthers PROTO 2000 | Diesel EMD GP38-2 | model train The need for a prototypical medium powered, reliable road switchers was evident in the early 60's. EMD accepted the challenge and in 1972 cranked out its first GP38-2. The 38-2's boast a 2000 horsepower plant generated by 16 over sized cylinders. The GP38-2 out sold it's predecessor... [Read more of this review]

Bachmann Model Trains | HO Scale 80 Ton Three Truck Shay

Model Railroader Magazine's 2000 Product of the Year. HO Scale 80 Ton, Three-Truck Shay In 1880 American Lumber expert Ephraim Shaycontracted out a job to Lima Locomotive Works, known at that time as Lima Machine Works. The three truck 80 ton loco was specifically designed to replace teams of horses and oxen used to transport logs to mills.... [Read more of this review]

Bachmann Spectrum R | Steam 4-6-0 | HO Scale model trains

Bachmanns' Union Pacific Spectrum (R) 4-6-0 | HO Scale Steam Locomotive Model Features include: HO Scale Bachmann-SpectrumR-Steam-4-6-0 DCC Direction & Lighting Operating Headlight Alligator Cross Heads RP25 wheels Mark II couplers and much more Classymodeltrains.com has joined forces with Fred Krause of structuresandrainsbyfred.com... [Read more of this review]

Atlas HO Scale | Dash 8 – 40BW G1 DCC | Sound

Built by GE in the late 1980's for the Santa Fe lines, the DASH 8-40B Diesel Locomotives are still riding rail today! Amtrak adores the DASH 8-40B so much they've incorporated the Dash 8 in the new design of their DASH 8-32BHW passenger series To learn more and gain access to the Atlas HO Scale DASH 8-40B, classymodeltrains.com has negotiated with... [Read more of this review]

Walthers Model Trains | HO Scale PROTO 2000 Diesel | EMD GP20 | High Hood

Walthers HO Scale High Hood EMD GP20 Diesel Locomotive Walthers recognized the importance of these high hooded monsters and has brought the mid 50's prototype to life once more. The higher hoods in the from and rear of the cap was an attempt to make overhauling these locomotives easier. As the 50's ensued, many of the prominent railroads... [Read more of this review]

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