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Model Railroader basic training video: How to lay model railroad track

Learn this fundamental model railroading technique

Published: June 21, 2012

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Many model railroaders use flextrack attached to cork roadbed for their layouts. In this basic training video Model Railroader associate editor Cody Grivno shows you how to lay track on cork roadbed using track nails.

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AARON PEAVLER from BLISS said:

thanks Cody this video helped I am laying track right now

Submitted: 4/11/2013 3:44:37 PM (CST)

JOHN COLE SR from UNITED KINGDOM said:

I really enjoyed watching the videos and they will help a great deal when I get round to laying my Track.
By the way if anyone out there is interesed in modelling British Buildings they should try www.wordsworthmodelrailway.co.uk where there are numorous buildings to download and print off
all free

Submitted: 2/24/2013 6:03:27 AM (CST)

JAMES HERIOT from NORTH CAROLINA said:

re J.Seckler: use panel/foam adhesive to attach roadbed to foam- pin in place. Use caulk (or same adhesive) to attach track to roadbed. Don't bother with trying to attach the track to the wood frame.

Submitted: 1/9/2013 1:02:04 PM (CST)

JOHN SECKLER from MAINE said:

I am planning on using 1 1/2" of styrofoam on top of my plywood base and laying the track on this. The styrofoam is so I can carve out ponds, rivers, etc., but this means I have to use really long nails to lay track. I'm now thinking on gluing down 5 mm paneling on top of the styrofoam as well for nailing into. Has anyone else done this?

Submitted: 12/28/2012 3:38:36 PM (CST)

BOB LEMAY from MASSACHUSETTS said:

I love all of these tips and MR does a great job, but there's one track issue I'd like to see discussed which seems missing. Where are the best locations on the layout to position uncoupler maganets and which type of magnet should I use when planning my layout? Is one type better or preferred over another?

Submitted: 12/22/2012 8:01:08 AM (CST)