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LEGO® Train Projects

7 Creative Models

by Charles Pritchett ...

Step-by-step instructions for building 7 realistic LEGO train models.LEGO Train Projects shows you how to build seven detailed train models to get your brick citizens riding the rails in style. Featuring clear, full color, step-by-step instructions, this book makes it easy to build fun, realistic models that will delight train lovers of all ages.LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies, ... Read more

$14.99 USD

Step-by-step instructions for building 7 realistic LEGO train models.LEGO Train Projects shows you how to build seven detailed train models to get your brick citizens riding the rails in style. Featuring clear, full color, step-by-step instructions, this book makes it easy to build fun, realistic models that will delight train lovers of all ages.LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies,
... Read more
The Wonderful World of Model Trains: A Beginner's Guide to Building Your Own Model Railways and Creating Stunning Sceneries & Layouts

by David B. Brokaw ...

There's a nostalgia associated with model trains and railroading -- even if it's unspoken. Railroads take us back to an earlier era. A more basic time. When spending a week or more on a train was seen as a luxury -- an event in itself -- not at as merely a mode of transportation.You've probably already scouted some model railroad shows. You've no doubt recognized the camaraderie and the passion ... Read more

$4.97 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

There's a nostalgia associated with model trains and railroading -- even if it's unspoken. Railroads take us back to an earlier era. A more basic time. When spending a week or more on a train was seen as a luxury -- an event in itself -- not at as merely a mode of transportation.You've probably already scouted some model railroad shows. You've no doubt recognized the camaraderie and the passion
... Read more
Electricity for the Novice Model Railroader

by James Kelly ...

"Electricity for the Novice Model Railroader" is an introductory guide to electricity as use for model railroading. It starts with a comparison of water systems to electrical systems and progresses to basic troubleshooting of a power bus. A quick lesson of why and how we use Ohm's law to calculate voltage drops and resistor sizing strengthens the reader's knowledge of how we control power in out ... Read more

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"Electricity for the Novice Model Railroader" is an introductory guide to electricity as use for model railroading. It starts with a comparison of water systems to electrical systems and progresses to basic troubleshooting of a power bus. A quick lesson of why and how we use Ohm's law to calculate voltage drops and resistor sizing strengthens the reader's knowledge of how we control power in out
... Read more
Lionel FasTrack Model Railroads

The Easy Way to Build a Realistic Lionel Layout

by Robert Schleicher ...

As model railroaders began demanding ever-greater realism, Lionel responded in 2004 with its FasTrack system featuring an integrated roadbed, scale-sized ties, and a less-obvious center rail. Veteran hobby author Bob Schleicher follows up his The Lionel FasTrack Book with a closer, more detailed look at Lionel’s revolutionary O-gauge system. This guide gives enthusiasts a deeper sense of how to ... Read more

$21.59 USD

As model railroaders began demanding ever-greater realism, Lionel responded in 2004 with its FasTrack system featuring an integrated roadbed, scale-sized ties, and a less-obvious center rail. Veteran hobby author Bob Schleicher follows up his The Lionel FasTrack Book with a closer, more detailed look at Lionel’s revolutionary O-gauge system. This guide gives enthusiasts a deeper sense of how to
... Read more
Playing with Trains

A Passion Beyond Scale

by Sam Posey ...

Why do grown men play with trains? Is it a primal attachment to childhood, nostalgia for the lost age of rail travel, or the stuff of flat-out obsession? In this delightful and unprecedented book, Grand Prix legend Sam Posey tracks those who share his “passion beyond scale” and discovers a wonderfully strange and vital culture.Posey’s first layout, wired by his mother in the years just after the ... Read more

$3.99 USD

Why do grown men play with trains? Is it a primal attachment to childhood, nostalgia for the lost age of rail travel, or the stuff of flat-out obsession? In this delightful and unprecedented book, Grand Prix legend Sam Posey tracks those who share his “passion beyond scale” and discovers a wonderfully strange and vital culture.Posey’s first layout, wired by his mother in the years just after the
... Read more
Having Fun With Model Trains

by Sally White ...

Model trains must be one of the oldest and most awe inspiring hobbies for both young and old. These miniature trains have captured the imagination of people all over the world for many years.Many model train builders spend hours of their time and do not spare any expense on pursuing this hobby. It becomes all engrossing and affords many happy hours to the hobbyist.There are so many models of ... Read more

$2.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Model trains must be one of the oldest and most awe inspiring hobbies for both young and old. These miniature trains have captured the imagination of people all over the world for many years.Many model train builders spend hours of their time and do not spare any expense on pursuing this hobby. It becomes all engrossing and affords many happy hours to the hobbyist.There are so many models of
... Read more
Toy Trains

1935–1975

by Bob Leggett ...

Series Book 854 - Shire Library
The 00 gauge train set was the ultimate 'boy's toy' of the 1950s and '60s. Electric 00 gauge trains were introduced by Trix and Hornby Dublo in the mid-1930s, but the Second World War quickly halted production. However, they burst back onto the post-war scene with great success, and 00 quickly became the dominant scale in Britain, and was taken up by other large manufacturers including Tri-ang. ... Read more

$9.89 USD

The 00 gauge train set was the ultimate 'boy's toy' of the 1950s and '60s. Electric 00 gauge trains were introduced by Trix and Hornby Dublo in the mid-1930s, but the Second World War quickly halted production. However, they burst back onto the post-war scene with great success, and 00 quickly became the dominant scale in Britain, and was taken up by other large manufacturers including Tri-ang.
... Read more
Model Railroading with M.T.H. Electric Trains

by Adelman ...

The model railroad empire of MTH Electric Trains continues to steam ahead and revolutionize the O gauge electric train market with its innovative product lines, helping to make O gauge the fastest growing segment in model railroading. This is the first operator's handbook devoted to MTH's unique features and characteristics, including the new MTH Digital Control System.Model railroaders can easily ... Read more

$13.99 USD

The model railroad empire of MTH Electric Trains continues to steam ahead and revolutionize the O gauge electric train market with its innovative product lines, helping to make O gauge the fastest growing segment in model railroading. This is the first operator's handbook devoted to MTH's unique features and characteristics, including the new MTH Digital Control System.Model railroaders can easily
... Read more
Making a Start in N Gauge Railway Modelling

by Richard Bardsley ...

N gauge is the most rapidly expanding of all the model railway formats and if you want to take advantage of its huge potential, then this is the book for you. The author explains exactly what N gauge is, its history, its advantages and some of its possible disadvantages. He begins with a train set and progresses through choosing a prototype and designing a layout, to a practical demonstration of ... Read more

$20.09 USD

N gauge is the most rapidly expanding of all the model railway formats and if you want to take advantage of its huge potential, then this is the book for you. The author explains exactly what N gauge is, its history, its advantages and some of its possible disadvantages. He begins with a train set and progresses through choosing a prototype and designing a layout, to a practical demonstration of
... Read more
Detailing and Modifying Ready-to-Run Locomotives in 00 Gauge

Volume 1: British Diesel and Electric Locomotives, 1955 - 2008

by George Dent ...

The 00 gauge ready-to-run market has changed dramatically over the past decade, with supreme levels of accuracy, detail, finish and mechanical performance now becoming the standard benchmark of all new models. As the hobby continues to blossom, an increasing range of steam, diesel and electric subjects now find themselves in the catalogues of the leading manufacturers. Have the days of super ... Read more

$20.09 USD

The 00 gauge ready-to-run market has changed dramatically over the past decade, with supreme levels of accuracy, detail, finish and mechanical performance now becoming the standard benchmark of all new models. As the hobby continues to blossom, an increasing range of steam, diesel and electric subjects now find themselves in the catalogues of the leading manufacturers. Have the days of super
... Read more
Laser Cutting and 3-D Printing for Railway Modellers

by Bob Gledhill ...

Although most people have heard of laser-cut and 3-D printed model railway parts and kits, most modellers have little knowledge or experience of them. This fascinating and well-illustrated book describes in non-technical language how these machines work and how railway modellers can use them to produce remarkable models for their layouts. With reference to the different modelling scales, the ... Read more

$20.09 USD

Although most people have heard of laser-cut and 3-D printed model railway parts and kits, most modellers have little knowledge or experience of them. This fascinating and well-illustrated book describes in non-technical language how these machines work and how railway modellers can use them to produce remarkable models for their layouts. With reference to the different modelling scales, the
... Read more
Slot Car Racing An Enduring Passion

by Robert Grey Reynolds ...

Slot car racing reached its peak of popularity in the mid 1960s but has continued to draw fans during the digital age. The first generation of enthusiasts included an equal number of kids and adults, each of them having an avid appreciation of the sport/hobby. Now it is possible for more than one slot car to run in single lanes. My e-book looks at slot cars from the late 1950s until 2014, ... Read more

$2.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Slot car racing reached its peak of popularity in the mid 1960s but has continued to draw fans during the digital age. The first generation of enthusiasts included an equal number of kids and adults, each of them having an avid appreciation of the sport/hobby. Now it is possible for more than one slot car to run in single lanes. My e-book looks at slot cars from the late 1950s until 2014,
... Read more
Designing and Building Fiddle Yards

A Complete Guide for Railway Modellers

by Richard Bardsley ...

This invaluable, well-illustrated book is essential reading for all those railway modellers who are considering building a fiddle yard. The fiddle yard is a train storage area for locomotives and rolling stock that often remains out of view. For the modeller, it represents the 'rest of the railway network' and it is essential for layouts as it is somewhere for trains to 'come from' and somewhere ... Read more

$20.09 USD

This invaluable, well-illustrated book is essential reading for all those railway modellers who are considering building a fiddle yard. The fiddle yard is a train storage area for locomotives and rolling stock that often remains out of view. For the modeller, it represents the 'rest of the railway network' and it is essential for layouts as it is somewhere for trains to 'come from' and somewhere
... Read more
Modelling the Midland Region from 1948

by Colin Boocock ...

The London Midland Region covered a huge part of England from London to the north and north west, from the Scottish borders into the south west. It served huge metropolitan cities and towns, supported heavy industry, and ran through areas of outstanding natural beauty such as the Peak District and Lake District. Modelling the Midland Region from 1948 is an essential guide to creating your own ... Read more

$20.09 USD

The London Midland Region covered a huge part of England from London to the north and north west, from the Scottish borders into the south west. It served huge metropolitan cities and towns, supported heavy industry, and ran through areas of outstanding natural beauty such as the Peak District and Lake District. Modelling the Midland Region from 1948 is an essential guide to creating your own
... Read more
Modelling the Lineside

A Guide for Railway Modellers

by Richard Bardsley ...

If you want to recreate in realistic model form some of the excitement of watching trains by the lineside - then this is the book for you. It contains several photographs of the available relevant products and includes numerous step-by-step illustrations, with accompanying text, that demonstrate how to build the many features of the lineside, either from kits or from scratch. Moreover, all the ... Read more

$20.09 USD

If you want to recreate in realistic model form some of the excitement of watching trains by the lineside - then this is the book for you. It contains several photographs of the available relevant products and includes numerous step-by-step illustrations, with accompanying text, that demonstrate how to build the many features of the lineside, either from kits or from scratch. Moreover, all the
... Read more
Modelling Railways in 0 Gauge

by John Emerson ...

1 gauge (scale 7mm to the foot) is the 'senior scale' and it has existed for almost as long as the hobby of railway modelling itself. With the advent of high-quality ready-to-run 0 gauge locomotives and rolling stock, it is enjoying a huge surge in popul ... Read more

$22.99 USD

1 gauge (scale 7mm to the foot) is the 'senior scale' and it has existed for almost as long as the hobby of railway modelling itself. With the advent of high-quality ready-to-run 0 gauge locomotives and rolling stock, it is enjoying a huge surge in popul
... Read more
A Little Book of Model Trains - Dealing with the Construction of Trains, Stations, and Accessories

by Various Authors ...

This vintage book is a complete guide to model trains, dealing with the construction of trains, stations, and accessories. Detailed diagrams and comprehensive instructions, this handbook will be of considerable utility to the modern train enthusiast and would make for a useful addition to collections of allied literature. Contents include: “A Model of the North Star”, “Locomotive”, “How to Build ... Read more

$6.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This vintage book is a complete guide to model trains, dealing with the construction of trains, stations, and accessories. Detailed diagrams and comprehensive instructions, this handbook will be of considerable utility to the modern train enthusiast and would make for a useful addition to collections of allied literature. Contents include: “A Model of the North Star”, “Locomotive”, “How to Build
... Read more
Practical Introduction to Digital Command Control for Railway Modellers

by Nigel Burkin ...

From background information on the technology itself to layout wiring; taking in decoders, hand controllers, wireless and many practical modelling projects, Neil Burkin offers a comprehensive introduction to Digital Command Control [DCC] for the beginner and experienced modeller alike.The book emphasises the benefits of DCC technology as a model railway control system and offers practical advice ... Read more

$20.09 USD

From background information on the technology itself to layout wiring; taking in decoders, hand controllers, wireless and many practical modelling projects, Neil Burkin offers a comprehensive introduction to Digital Command Control [DCC] for the beginner and experienced modeller alike.The book emphasises the benefits of DCC technology as a model railway control system and offers practical advice
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How to Build a Model Railway

by David Ashwood, Market Deeping ...

Moving from a train set out of a box to making your own model railway can seem a daunting proposition. Whether you go your own way, wish to follow a prototype tightly or have an inherited stock that you want to make the best of. This book covers the act of deciding on a design that will keep the interest alive. Executing it in a manner that is within your skills set, and finishing it to a quality ... Read more

$18.79 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Moving from a train set out of a box to making your own model railway can seem a daunting proposition. Whether you go your own way, wish to follow a prototype tightly or have an inherited stock that you want to make the best of. This book covers the act of deciding on a design that will keep the interest alive. Executing it in a manner that is within your skills set, and finishing it to a quality
... Read more
鐵道模型入門：從基礎到實作的鐵道迷世界

鉄道模型入門～基礎から学ぶ模型鉄の世界～

by 佐佐木龍 ...

Translated by FORTRESS ...

Series series 模型工坊
～鐵道模型愛好者必備～完美詮釋從基礎到情景製作的鐵道迷世界！【本書特色】◎各式組裝技巧及零件介紹，就算是新手也能輕鬆上手！◎收錄鐵道知識小專欄及雜貨應用，增添製作趣味性。◎大量模型範例搭配真實情景照，逐步拆解製作過程，讓場景重現變得簡單易懂！無論你是收藏派，還是喜愛動手製作的實作派，本書將帶領你深入鐵道模型的迷人世界，重現令人憧憬的經典情景。＼自由地享受鐵道模型世界！／．基本知識與著手組裝想要重現憧憬的列車與場景，該從什麼尺寸的規格與空間配置開始？本階段從如何挑選車輛、連結軌道，到讓模型行駛的方法完整囊括！．製作情景才是重頭戲山地地形、鐵道道碴與植被要怎麼呈現？直接購買的素材與日常雜貨該如何搭配？讓平凡風景重生為故事作品的方法大公開！．情景提升與進階舊化技巧要怎麼透過舊化讓鐵道與車輛更具歷史感？<br... ... Read more

$9.31 USD

～鐵道模型愛好者必備～完美詮釋從基礎到情景製作的鐵道迷世界！【本書特色】◎各式組裝技巧及零件介紹，就算是新手也能輕鬆上手！◎收錄鐵道知識小專欄及雜貨應用，增添製作趣味性。◎大量模型範例搭配真實情景照，逐步拆解製作過程，讓場景重現變得簡單易懂！無論你是收藏派，還是喜愛動手製作的實作派，本書將帶領你深入鐵道模型的迷人世界，重現令人憧憬的經典情景。＼自由地享受鐵道模型世界！／．基本知識與著手組裝想要重現憧憬的列車與場景，該從什麼尺寸的規格與空間配置開始？本階段從如何挑選車輛、連結軌道，到讓模型行駛的方法完整囊括！．製作情景才是重頭戲山地地形、鐵道道碴與植被要怎麼呈現？直接購買的素材與日常雜貨該如何搭配？讓平凡風景重生為故事作品的方法大公開！．情景提升與進階舊化技巧要怎麼透過舊化讓鐵道與車輛更具歷史感？<br...
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21 Great Track Plans for Compact Layouts

by Ken Hoganson ...

This book presents twenty-one great track plan ideas for small O gauge train layouts, using Lionel's FasTrack and Atlas O's O Gauge Track System. Each layout contains a track diagram, a build-out diagram, a bill of materials, and a wonderful narrative by author Ken Hoganson explaining how to build the layout. All the layouts are easy to build, and are suitable for a novice builder. ... Read more

$8.69 USD

This book presents twenty-one great track plan ideas for small O gauge train layouts, using Lionel's FasTrack and Atlas O's O Gauge Track System. Each layout contains a track diagram, a build-out diagram, a bill of materials, and a wonderful narrative by author Ken Hoganson explaining how to build the layout. All the layouts are easy to build, and are suitable for a novice builder.
... Read more
Modelling Ports and Inland Waterways

A Guide for Railway Modellers

by David Wright ...

This wide ranging and informative book, which is brimming with practical advice, is aimed at all those who wish to create authentic models of ports, canals, quays, wharfs and their associated railway infrastructure. Topics covered in this new book include the history of ports and inland waterways, and the important role played by the railways in facilitating their operation. It also provides ... Read more

$20.09 USD

This wide ranging and informative book, which is brimming with practical advice, is aimed at all those who wish to create authentic models of ports, canals, quays, wharfs and their associated railway infrastructure. Topics covered in this new book include the history of ports and inland waterways, and the important role played by the railways in facilitating their operation. It also provides
... Read more
Train Modeling

by V.T. ...

Fancy about trains and rails? You are not alone. I simply love trains and started a hobby of building my very own trains and railways models.This hobby keeps me occupied for weeks and weeks, learning how trains work and design my ideal environment. The accomplishment after you see your train traveling in and out of the tunnels make you want to build a second one! Trust me!So start learning how you ... Read more

$3.99 USD

Fancy about trains and rails? You are not alone. I simply love trains and started a hobby of building my very own trains and railways models.This hobby keeps me occupied for weeks and weeks, learning how trains work and design my ideal environment. The accomplishment after you see your train traveling in and out of the tunnels make you want to build a second one! Trust me!So start learning how you
... Read more
Amasethi Ezitimela

Endala, Yobuntwana, Iphupho Eliyi-Nostalgic!

by Owen Jones ...

Translated by Nokwanda Chili ...

Ngithemba ukuthi uzothola ulwazi luwusizo, luwusizo futhi lunenzuzo. Ulwazi olukule ebook ngezici ezihlukahlukene zamasethi ezitimela nezihloko ezihlobene luhlelwe lwaba izahluko ezingu-15 zamagama angaba ngu-500-600 ngasinye. Ngithemba ukuthi kuzoba nentshisekelo kulabo abanomndeni omncane noma abathanda izitimela namasethi esitimela angamamodeli. Njengebhonasi, ngikunikeza imvume yokusebenzisa ... Read more

$5.75 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Ngithemba ukuthi uzothola ulwazi luwusizo, luwusizo futhi lunenzuzo. Ulwazi olukule ebook ngezici ezihlukahlukene zamasethi ezitimela nezihloko ezihlobene luhlelwe lwaba izahluko ezingu-15 zamagama angaba ngu-500-600 ngasinye. Ngithemba ukuthi kuzoba nentshisekelo kulabo abanomndeni omncane noma abathanda izitimela namasethi esitimela angamamodeli. Njengebhonasi, ngikunikeza imvume yokusebenzisa
... Read more

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