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Railroad Model Craftsman

Railroad Model Craftsman

£3.40

(July 06) Modeling eastern narrow gauge steam.* Styrene as weathered wood (new techniques to colour & weather). * Kitbashing a Rock Island mixed train caboose. Oxenhope: A Traveling Protofour layout OO scale based on a small mill town on the London, Midland & Scottish Railway 1930 * The Southall Division of the Boston & Maine (A hobby shop layout featuring steam & diesel) * Newark Wye: a prototype planning seminar * Home Improvements - simple visual remedies for better models * Vulcan's 60 -ton centre cab * Essential freight cars 32: Soo Line single-sheathed box cars.

(We will automatically send the latest issue but sould you wish a specific month please state under special instructions when ordering)

(£ 2.40 each + £1.00 UK p&p)
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Comprehensive Railroad Atlas - Pacific North West

Comprehensive Railroad Atlas - Pacific North West

£15.95

78 maps

Covers Washington, Oregon, Alaska, and Hawaii.

PUBLICATION DATE 1998
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Comprehensive Railroad Atlas - California and Nevada

Comprehensive Railroad Atlas - California and Nevada

£16.50

It is nearly twelve years since the last edition CALIFORNIA & NEVADA was published during which time much has once again changed following the mergers of Burlington Northern and the Santa Fe and the merger of Southern Pacific into Union Pacific. In addition to general updating, this new edition has been expanded with additional enlargements to show complex areas in greater detail and includes for the first time the interurban electric lines, light rail and principal logging railroads. Also shown are proposed extensions to the Bay Area and Los Angeles commuter networks, the proposed California High Speed network and the Yucca Mountain Railroad in Nevada.

The Atlas shows all currently operated common carriers, tourist and major industrial railroads along with abandoned routes.

PUBLICATION DATE 2009
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Comprehensive Railroad Atlas - Dakotas & Minnesota

Comprehensive Railroad Atlas - Dakotas & Minnesota

£15.95

OUT NOW!

PUBLICATION DATE 2005
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Tracks of the Black Bear+ Algoma Central Tour Trains

Tracks of the Black Bear+ Algoma Central Tour Trains

£15.00

Double Feature

The Tracks of the BLACK BEAR

The Algoma Central, rich in history and renowned for its rugged scenery. Affectionately known as the "Tracks of the Black Bear", the ACR provides a vital link in the movement of freight and is one of North America's most popular passenger roads. After operating as an independent railway since 1899, the Algoma Central became part of Wisconsin Central's family of regional railways in 1995. Along with this change came revised operating practices, different motive power and new business. Rail Innovations captures the 'new' Algoma Central during both the beauty of fall and the harshness of winter. You'll be onboard and trackside as WC SD-45s and AC F-units move freight and passenger trains across Algoma Country. Wisconsin Central's Algoma Central is mainline railroading through some of North America's most spectacular scenery.

Wisconsin central's Algoma Central TOUR TRAINS

ONE OF THE MOST SPECTACULAR TRAIN RIDES IN NORTH AMERICA

Journeying north from Sault Ste. Marie, the Algoma Central challenges awesome rock formations, glides through mixed forests of maple, birch and pine and skirts the pristine waters of northern lakes and rivers. 114 miles north, the famous Agawa Canyon, with its rugged beauty, waterfalls, picnic areas and hiking trails makes for the perfect summer and fall destination. Winter in Algoma Country is breathtaking and what better way to see it than aboard 'The Snow Train'! Clad in a mantle of snow and adorned with frozen waterfalls and rivers provides a dramatic contrast to those seen during summer and fall. From trackside and aboard the locomotives, enjoy the color of fall, the splendour of Agawa Canyon and the harshness of a winter blizzard.

by Rail Innovations 90 mins*colour*narrated

Was £20 Special Offer £ 15
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SWEET STEAM - The Sugar Cane Railways of Java

SWEET STEAM - The Sugar Cane Railways of Java

£20.00

The declining sugar cane railways of Java, Indonesia, still host a wide variety of elderly, exotic colorful steam engines in both the cane fields and the mills, and also have a variety of diesel "critturs". Steam from O&K, including unique inside frame geared Luttermoller's, Jung, Ducroo & Brauns, BMAG, the last fireless loco's in Java and others. The little engines are worked hard, often brutally so, and some of the exhast noise is awsome!. Water Buffalo are used in the cane fields to haul cane wagons to the "main line". Plus you'll ride on the engines, be chased by a train, and see some local life, including lots of curious kids!

TWO DVD SET. Running time 90 minutes each WIDESCREEN ONLY

by Highball, 3 Hours
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A RHINELAND JOURNEY - A German Rail Adventure

A RHINELAND JOURNEY - A German Rail Adventure

£18.00

Join us for a cruise down the Rhine, through the heart of Germany. Along the way, you'll see the splendid scenery, with fairy tale castles. You'll see the river traffic, including the historic paddle steamer 'Goethe', and of course you'll see the trains on both sides of the Rhine, from locals to ICE trains and freight.

By Highball, 85 minutes plus previews
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Buy All 4 CN North America Volumes

Buy All 4 CN North America  Volumes

Union Pacific's Elegant E-9s Combo

Union Pacific's Elegant E-9s Combo

£18.00

Featuring 2 Shows on 1 Disc!

Union Pacific's Elegant E-9s and Feather River Canyon E-9s

Sleek and stylish EMD E-8s and E-9s were the backbone of the Union Pacific Railroad's fleet throughout the 1950s and '60s. Their classic looks and efficient performance delighted riders up until 1971 when passenger service was discontinued. Twenty-two years later, with the restoration of E-9 locomotives 951, 949, and 963B, Union Pacific revived the image of its famous streamlined passenger trains. Pentrex takes you aboard this retro trainset for two of its most notable excursions. Included on this combo DVD are:

Union Pacific's Elegant E-9's.

When UP's elegantly restored A-B-A set of E-9s pulled its first excursion train from Denver to Laramie, Pentrex was there to cover the event in full. The locomotives look and sound great as they roar past our cameras, rolling over UP's Greeley Subdivision after their departure from Denver's Union Station. The throaty growl of the locomotives can be heard echoing through the hills as the E-9s pull the train up the grades of Sherman Hill. UP's Steve Lee explains the history of the engines and their recent reconstruction. You'll also go inside locomotive 951 to see the new cab control stand and V-16 prime mover. The era of luxurious train travel comes back to life with UP's elegant E-9s!

Feather River Canyon E-9's.

California's Feather River Canyon saw passenger train service once again when the Union Pacific ran excursions there in 1994. The Feather River Special, with 6 dome liners among its 15 passenger cars, was powered by UP's sleek A-B-A set of E-9s. Pentrex followed the train from Oroville to Portola on Saturday and Portola to Keddie Wye on Sunday. You'll witness the special at Williams Loop, Chandler Creek Bridge, Spanish Creek Trestle, and Keddie Wye. Also featured are the tunnels, the Highline, and the Portola Railroad Museum's restored Western Pacific F-unit. As a special treat, the camera takes you inside E-unit #951 for a cab ride from Portola to Keddie!

by Pentrex 120 mins * colour * narration
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PREVIEWS 2

PREVIEWS 2

£14.00

Previews from the following widescreen programs. Florida East Coast, Winter on the Arizona Divide, KCS over Rich Mountain, A Rocky Mountain Winter, Hot Spots 23, Hot Spots 25, NS over Christiansburg Mountain, High Plains Hot Shots, Montana Rail Link 2007, Highball over Triple Track Cajon, NS Middle Division, Along the New River, Calcutta's Colorful Trains, Queensland Coal, Vienna's Colorful Trains, Mojave Magic 2, CSX across Ohio, Mississippi River main Line, East to Green River, Hot Spots 24, Hot Spots 19, Hot Spots 16, Hot Spots 18, Hot Spots 17, Hot Spots 20, Hot Spots 21, Hot Spots 22, Rails around the Metroplex.

by Highball Productions 2 Hours 23 Mins * colour * no narration * Widescreen
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Scenery

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Scenery by the Seasons

Scenery by the Seasons

Ref: 0890247174


Price: £15.50

With its seasonal approach, this book offers a unique look at scenery. Designed for all model railroaders, the book is especially valuable for those who are in the planning stages of their layouts or for those looking to refresh their layouts through a change of seasons. Written by a who's who of scenery experts, the book features a range of season-specific projects that incorporate the latest scenery construction tips and techniques. Appropriate for all levels of model railroaders Shows how to model trees, crops, and water in different seasons Features the short-cuts and innovations from a panel of scenery experts

Softcover; 8 1/4 x 10 3/4; 96 pages; 200 color photos;

Essential Model Railroad Scenery Techniques

Essential Model Railroad Scenery Techniques

Ref: 0890247365


Price: £15.50

A comprehensive how-to guide for constructing the most common forms of scenery: mountains, deserts, lakes and streams, and rural and town scenes.

Softcover; 8.25 x 10.75; 104 pages;

How to Build and Detail Model Railroad Scenes, Vol. 2

How to Build and Detail Model Railroad Scenes, Vol. 2

Ref: DETAILMRSCENE2


Price: £14.50

By Lou Sassi

Learn how to realistically model a main street firehouse, an implement dealership, and an entire Northeastern town. Included are historical backgrounds and period details.

Softcover; 8.25 x 10.75; 80 pages;

Painting Backdrops for Your Model Railroad

Painting Backdrops for Your Model Railroad

Ref: 0890247051


Price: £14.00

By Mike Danneman

This book shows you how easy it can be to add backdrops to your layouts by explaining why you need one, how to build and paint one, how to add clouds, how to blend with layout scenery, and more. Other techniques such as using photos and commercial backdrops are also included.

Softcover; 8.25 x 10.75; 80 pages; 160 color photos;


Planning Scenery for Your Model Railroad

Planning Scenery for Your Model Railroad

Ref: 0890246573


Price: £15.50

By Tony Koester

This volume shows modelers how to turn to the real thing - natural land forms, crops, forests, water features, and even the seasons, to get better results on their model railroad layouts. What are the critical - and "model-able" - differences between the Rockies and the Appalachian Mountains, for example, and what resources can help modelers achieve a natural-looking scene from each area? Examples of incorporating realistic natural effects including rock strata, water forms, field crops, and space-saving industries. Softcover; 8.25 x 10.75; 96 pages; 175 color photos; 25 b&w photos; 10 illustrations;

How to Build Realistic Model Railroad Scenery 3rd Edition

How to Build Realistic Model Railroad Scenery 3rd Edition

Ref: 0890244707


Price: £17.00

By Dave Frary

One of model railroading's best-known scenery modelers offers new techniques for adding realism to a layout of any size or scale. Featuring today's newest products and equipment, this third edition of one of Kalmbach's top-sellers will attract modelers with contemporary images of diesel locomotives and urban settings, plus updates to Dave's trademark scenery "recipes." Hundreds of photographs bring the techniques to life and make it easy for modelers to get started quickly. * Includes new chapters on Western scenery and desert modeling, and city scenery and urban settings * Ideal for beginning, intermediate, and advanced modelers planning a layout

Softcover; 8 1/4 x 10 3/4; 144 pages; 300 color photos; 150 b&w photos; 20 illustrations;

How to Build & Detail Model Railroad Scenes

How to Build & Detail Model Railroad Scenes

Ref: 0890245770


Price: £15.50

By Lou Sassi

This practical, photo-driven guide covers the principles and techniques of designing and constructing detailed, realistic model railroad scenes. The various projects include structure, scenery, and detailing techniques for both urban and rural settings. It's the essential information modelers need to make a good layout look great!

Softcover; 8.25 x 10.75; 88 pages; 225 color photos; 20 illustrations;

The Model Railroader's Guide to Freight Yards

The Model Railroader's Guide to Freight Yards

Ref: 0890245762


Price: £14.00

Build and operate a realistic freight yard. Many illustrations and photos introduce the design, construction and operation of a realistic freight yard. Outlines the basic configurations and facilities and offers techniques for modeling a freight yard on a layout of any size, scale, or era.

* For intermediate and skilled beginners

* Written by Andy Sperandeo, editor of Model Railroader Magazine

8.25 x 10.75; 80 pgs.; 130 color and 50 b&w photos; 20 illus.; softcover.

Trackside Scenes You Can Model

Trackside Scenes You Can Model

Ref: 089024235


Price: £14.00

Model your favorite prototype railroad

Historic color and black-and-white photographs capture intriguing prototype railroad settings from all over the U.S. The author details how you can realistically model each prototype scene on your own layout. Each chapter features a description of the scene including trackage, structures, and operating environment, and a suggested track plan

* Perfect for adding realism to a layout

8.25 x 10.75; 80 pgs.; 80 color and 20 b&w photos; 25 illus.; softcover.


The New Scenery Tips and Techniques

The New Scenery Tips and Techniques

Ref: 0890246211


Price: £14.50

Expert ideas that bring your layout to life.

Compiled from the pages of Model Railroader, this completely revised edition includes intriguing ideas on how to create realistic ground cover, trees, bushes, rocks, water and other scenery details for your model railroad.

* Ideal for beginning model railroaders

* Outstanding photos, diagrams, and instructions

8.25 x 10.75; 104 pgs.; 225 color and 25 b&w photos; 25 illustrations; softcover.

Building City Scenery for your Model Railroad

Building City Scenery for your Model Railroad

Ref: 0890243433


Price: £14.50

John Pryke

The popularity of city-scape modeling is growing! This is THE book that shows modelers how to get started.

With the variety of new city structures and details now available, modelers are looking for a guide to help them build their own realistic urban setting-this book is it! Initial chapters introduce concepts of urban development; later chapters give specific instructions on how to model realistic city structures and scenes of any size in any scale.

* Features step-by-step photos, technical illustrations, and a variety of approaches to assembling a model city for a model railroad

¥ Ideal for intermediate modelers who want to enhance realism on their layouts.

* Includes instruction on kitbashing, working with forced perspective, modeling fine details, and more

* Written by award-winning modeler and clinician John Pryke

8.25 x 10.75; 96 pgs.; 120 color & 40 b&w photos; 25 illus.; softcover.

Scenery for Your Model Railroad

Scenery for Your Model Railroad

Ref: 0890243239


Price: £14.00

by Mike Dannerman

from Backdrop to Tabletop

Learn how to give model railroad scenery character and life!

Create a more realistic scene behind and around your model railroad! This book shows you how, from ground cover and rockwork, to trees, water, and more. Learn the finishing touches that give a railroad character.

* Features a comprehensive approach to scenery, including instructions for integrating a backdrop with layout scenery

* Includes photos of models and prototype scenes for inspiration

* Perfect for the beginning/intermediate modeler preparing to build a layout

8.25 x 10.75; 80 pgs.; 150 color and 25 b&w photos; 10 illus.; softcover.

Basic Scenery for Model Railroaders

Basic Scenery for Model Railroaders

Ref: 0-89024-422-7


Price: £15.50

This book covers simple techniques needed to make realistic scenery (including ground covering, trees, water, rocks, roads, and trackside details) for a layout of any size or scale. Each chapter includes step-by-step color photos and diagrams that demonstrate the basic steps to adding prototypical scenery elements to a model railroad.

Includes numerous photos ideal for beginning modelers. Features a variety of "one evening" projects. Written in a clear, conversational style

8.25 x 10.75; 96 pgs.; 200 color photos; softcover

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