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Twisting model trees from wire

Check out this cheap and easy technique to make lots of trees for your model railroad. GET THE ARTICLE

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DIY graffiti for modern model railroad freight cars

By Matt Snell

Paint markers and an airbrush make it easy to "tag" your modern-era model trains

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How to model hardwood trees

By Cheryl Sassi

Use peppergrass, floral tape, and paint to get all-star results on your model railroad scenery

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Stuff We Use: Bachmann HO scale track cleaning car

Keep your model railroad running smoothly with this track cleaning car

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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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Plans for Union Pacific East Los Angeles Station

Get detailed drawings of the Union Pacific's Gateway to Southern California

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Stuff We Use: Get straight cuts with a miter box and razor saw

These tools will prove essential to any model railroader's workshop

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Digital Command Control resources for model railroaders

DCC bonus articles, videos, and product reviews to help add Digital Command Control to your model train layout

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Stuff We Use: How to use microbrush applicators

Get ideas for using microbrush applicators on your next model railroading project

Track Troubleshooting Diagram 2

Track troubleshooting tips and tricks, Part 2: Avoiding derailments at turnouts

By Paul J. Dolkos

Turnouts, switches, or headaches?! Using this method will help you keep flanged wheels on model rails

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Realistic model railroad ground cover

By Thomas Klimoski

Use long grass fiber mats to add overgrown areas to your model train layout

Foam roadbed panels

Model railroad bench tops made easy with foam

By Lance Mindheim

For model train layouts extruded-foam insulation board is more than just a scenery material

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Airbrushing basics for model railroaders

By Cody Grivno

Tips and techniques for learning this essential model railroading skill

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Track ballasting made easy

By Cody Grivno

Learn how to make a model railroad right-of-way look like the real thing

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Expert Tips Videos

Find how-to video segments on airbrushing, weathering, scenery, and more!

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STUmiterbox

Stuff We Use: Get straight cuts with a miter box and razor saw

STUpliers

Stuff We Use: Pliers and cutters for model railroaders

STUconetipsander

Video: How to use a cone-tip sander

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Editor's Pick from the Model Railroader Archive

Check out this archive article with drawings and photos of the 1938 New York Central 20th Century Limited passenger train.

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Learn the fundamentals of Model Railroading

Learn the basics of scenery, track, and more!

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