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by Tony Koester

In the East Broad Top Reborn DVD from Kalmbach you'll see how Pennsylvania's East Broad Top Railroad has been transformed from a totally self-sufficient narrow gauge line in the mountains of Pennsylvania into a premier tourist hauler in 2023 and beyond. The entire property was sold in the 1950s, was brought back to life as a tourist hauler in 1961, but in 2011 it closed and the property was silent for years. Then in 2020, the railroad was purchased by the non-profit East Broad Top Foundation with the goal of reopening the entire railroad once again. Follow Trains magazine's crew and see the rebirth from the opening weekend in 2020 through the return of steam locomotive No. 16 for the Winter Spectacular in 2023! In this DVD, you'll get to see special events like the Winter Spectaculars, a tour of the Rockhill Trolley Museum, volunteers rebuilding the track and buildings, a shop tour, the Robertsdale Museum and an exclusive look at the out of service portion of the railroad. East Broad Top Reborn is one of many Kalmbach prototype and model railroading DVDs. 90 Minutes

Softcover, 288 Pages The Model Railroader's Handbook is a 288-page comprehensive guide featuring easy to follow facts accompanied by charts, photographs, and illustrations. Perfect for new and seasoned model railroaders, this book includes common terms, general model railroading information, general model train details, and measurements along with chapters covering track and tracklaying, electricity and wiring, painting and weathering, scenery, prototype info, and so much more. is one of many Kalmbach Media railroading books. Softcover:

Softcover, 224 Pages

Amtrak is the nation’s largest provider of passenger rail travel. Taking over from the governing freight railroads in 1971, and with over 50 years of history, Amtrak has woven its place into the fabric of American transit and adventure travel. Aboard an Amtrak train, passengers escape the stress of highway driving and connect with “Real America”, via routes operating through some of the nation’s most amazing scenery, national parks, big cities, and small towns too. This exclusive, all-new DVD introduces you to the entirety of the Amtrak service network, which spans from coast to coast, and border to border. From both trackside and onboard perspectives, you’ll see and survey the trains that so many ride for practical purposes and pure enjoyment. Along the way you’ll learn about Amtrak’s intriguing origin story, its on-going challenges, and insights on what’s yet to come. Plus, you’ll also find more than 15 minutes of BONUS MATERIAL added to this DVD. From securing station lounge access to tips for dining and sleeping on a train, it’s included here to help you navigate your next Amtrak train-riding experience!

208 Pages

Softcover

Softcover

Softcover

Softcover

Weathering includes blending subtle and heavy effects - grime, rust, soot, dirt - and doing it in a way that matches how prototype locomotives, freight cars, and other details acquire their aged appearance. Weathering Models from Jeff Wilson will show you several techniques for capturing these effects. You'll learn to: Identify how and why rolling stock, locomotives, vehicles, and structures acquire specific types of weathering Create specific rust and grime effects with paint washes, drybrushing, oversprays, chalks, and stains Realistically weather both simulated (plastic) wood and real wood Blend various weathering effects to create prototypical results Weather and paint specific prototype components such as wheels and trucks Pages: 112 Softcover

Modeling the Oil Industry from Kalmbach and Model Railroader Magazine explains how to model this dynamic and fascinating industry, from its facilities to operations. Packed with over 160 prototype photos, this book will build your knowledge and inspire You'll get historical and up-to-date facts about: The history of the oil industry and its relationship with the railroads How local petroleum dealers ("jobbers") operate How oil is extracted, refined, and moved to market The evolution of tank cars used to move oil, gasoline, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and other products This book is a key source for those who want to model the oil industry as well as railfans and rail historians. Modeling the Oil Industry is one of many Kalmbach model railroading how-to books. Softcover, 112 pages.

Softcover

Your Guide to N Scale Railroading from Firecrown and Model Railroader Magazine is a good look at how N scale is the perfect entry point in the hobby for anyone just starting out. Its compact size, high level of detail, and performance allow new hobbyists a chance to learn model railroading without big commitments in cost or space. For seasoned modelers, N scale is an excellent answer for those looking to try something new or for those who find they need to downsize to a smaller operation. Whatever your reason, you'll find great projects and tips in each chapter to teach you how to expand a layout from a starting oval to a railroad empire, body mount couplers on N scale rolling stock, install a DCC system, build N scale benchwork and create amazing layout scenery. Whether you're just starting out in model railroading or have been at it for a long time and considering working in a different scale, this information-packed guide has something for you! Your Guide to N Scale Railroading is one of many Firecrown railroading books. Softcover, 112pages.

DVD

Kalender 2025 in Farbe

Kalender 2025 in Farbe

Kalender 2025 in Farbe

Modeling Shortline Railroads from Firecrown and Model Railroader Magazine is a good look at how to model smaller railroads which offer distinct differences from their mainline counterparts. Modeling shortline railroads can lead down many paths. They often feature older equipment, less-frequent operation, and simple track arrangements, all of which can make them easier to re-create. Author and modeler Tony Koester features both classic and modern examples of prototype short lines across the country in this book. Modern holding companies that operate multiple shortline railroads How older locomotives and freight equipment get new life on short lines Examples of how modelers have used short lines to create realistic layouts How a shortline layout can be realistically freelanced based on a prototype example Modeling Shortline Railroads is one of many Firecrown railroading books. Softcover, 112 pages.