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How to switch model railroad freight cars

Learn these basic moves to run trains at your first model railroad operating session. GET THE ARTICLE!

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10 tips for beginner model railroaders

By Jim Hediger

Tips for track, layouts, Digital Command Control, and more to help you get started in the model trains hobby

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Video: Atlas HO Trainkids Acela Train Set

This HO scale battery powered train set features sound, lights, and track

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Menards exclusive Bachmann HO scale Rocket Freight train set

By Steven Otte

Read this product review from Model Railroader magazine

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Family Train Layout: episode 1 - building the frame

learn the basics of model railroading

Model railroading 101

By John Pryke

An introduction to basic model railroading terminology and concepts

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Free World's Greatest Hobby model train booklet and pamphlets

Request free copies of these World's Greatest Hobby booklets and pamphlets for your next train show or event

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World's Greatest Hobby -- Get started with model trains

The World's Greatest Hobby Organization will help you learn the basics of model railroading

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How to uncouple model railroad train cars on tracks

How to use magnets and uncoupling tools on model railroad freight cars and keep them on the track

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Learn The Fundamentals with our FREE Basic Training E-Mail Series!

This series of six e-mails includes:

A clear explanation of scales and gauges
Tips And Techniques for Creating Realistic Scenery
The Basics Of Laying Track,Cutting Rails and installing Joiners

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How To Videos

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Expert Scratchbuilding Tips with Renee Grosser: Part 1, Sub-wall construction

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How-to Library: Easy Model Railroad Photography – Episode 1 Introduction

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Family Train Layout: Bonus Episode - building a plastic kit

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Family Train Layout: episode 5 – adding hills and trees

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Family Train Layout: episode 4 - Install buildings and roads

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Family Train Layout: episode 3 - laying and wiring track

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Family Train Layout: episode 2 - install foam scenery board

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Family Train Layout: episode 1 - building the frame

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Basic Training: Static grass

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Basic Training: Cleaning track

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Model Railroader basic training video: How to install plaster cloth

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Basic Training: Checking and adjusting coupler height

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Model Railroader basic training video: Quick model railroad scenery

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Walthers HO scale Railtech Digital Command Control diesel train set

Video: Walthers Trainline HO scale Railtech DCC model train set

Basic Training Adhesives for modeling

Basic Training:
Adhesives for modeling

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Two great beginner layouts.

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