In the Search for Steam Volume 1 DVD from Kalmbach and Trains magazine featuring over 40 engines from across the United States and England. The first release in this all-new series shows regular operation and one-off events such as photographer's specials with freight trains, mainline, excursions, or themed weeks for many big and small operations. You'll get a sneak peek at debuts of new steam engines, once in a lifetime events, changing operations, and more. This includes: Durango & Silverton 493 D&RG 168 and 425 to Cumbres Nevada Northern 81 Debut US Sugar 148 Santa + 1st Public Excursion WMSR 1309 Debut Victorian Iron Horse Roundup With short segments and light narration, Search for Steam Volume 1 is an easily digestible and enjoyable mix of differing locations and many different locomotives perfect for railroad enthusiasts or families of all ages! Plus, for the first time ever, this DVD comes with the option to turn off music and narration to allow you to truly experience the stunning sound of steam. Search for Steam Volume 1 is one of many Kalmbach DVDs. Laufzeit ca. 120 Minuten.

Kalender 2024 in Farbe

Kalender 2024 in Farbe

Softcover, 112 Pages In Commodities by Freight Car from Kalmbach Publishing, noted Model Railroader author and editor Jeff Wilson discusses freight cars and the cargo they carry. As the production and consumption of commodities like grain, coal, lumber, coil steel, cement, and more have evolved over the years, so have the railroad cars that haul them. Commodities by Freight Car shows you which cars carried which cargoes in the era you model. You'll learn how all-purpose boxcars, gondolas, and flats gave way to a dizzying variety of specialized freight cars for coil steel, lumber, flour, sugar, auto parts, and frozen foods; how freight handling has changed over the years; how railroads handle hazardous cargoes such as chlorine and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG); which experimental car designs worked to make transporting goods more efficient - and which failed, and much more. If you are interested in how to operate freight cars on your layout in a realistic manner, this book is for you! Commodities by Freight Car is one of many Kalmbach model railroading how-to books. Softcover, 112 pages.

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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:

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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!

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新商品! 到貨於 十二月 2024

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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.

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