Books and Magazines

Structures are a key part of your model railroad, providing visual interest as well as supporting the operation of your railroad. The Structure Handbook offers modelers new skills, tips, and tricks that can be applied to the construction, finishing, and...

Discover the history of a pioneer HO scale manufacturer in The Penn Line Story: A History and Collector’s Guide. Researched and documented by Garrett L. Stauffer, son of one of Penn Line’s founders, this book presents a wealth of...

You can build detailed railroad models! Scott Lupia shares more than 30 years of custom model building experience in this collection of classic articles from the pages of Railroad Model Craftsman, along with all-new content. You'll find expert tips on...

You can build and paint structures and rolling stock with weathering and other details that really stand out! Combine them all in a realistic diorama, or apply them to your own model railroad. Author George Dutka demonstrates expert techniques in...

Stuck for structure building inspiration? Then this book is for you! A follow-up to Bob Walker’s Scratchbuilding for Model Railroaders, this book gives you 21 distinctive structure building ideas. Bob’s “Scratchbuilders...

While the American Locomotive Company (Alco) ceased domestic production in 1969, many of their designs continue to enjoy productive careers to this day. These classic diesels have developed their own loyal fan following from coast to coast. Throttle up...

Northern Pacific Railway purchased its first diesel locomotives in 1938. Over the next 30 years the fleet continued to grow, culminating in more than 700 units from four different builders. This special two-volume set documents the entire NP fleet...

Northern Pacific Railway purchased its first diesel locomotives in 1938. Over the next 30 years the fleet continued to grow, culminating in more than 700 units from four different builders. This special two-volume set documents the entire NP fleet...

Denver & Rio Grande Western Railroad was built through the Rocky Mountains, not around them. A tenacious rebel, Rio Grande survived for more than a century as an independent railroad in a land of giants. At the end of the 20th century, the enduring...

This third volume covering the Denver & Rio Grande Western in the era of color photography examines the origins and ultimate demise of the D&RGW¹s Utah Division between Grand Junction, Colorado, and Ogden, Utah. Built by the same General...

 The American Locomotive Company (Alco) had a long history of manufacturing steam and diesel locomotives in America, Canada, and around the globe through subsidiaries or licensees. Alco had developed a strong reputation in the 1940s and 1950s with...

The Pennsylvania Railroad Lines West series continues with Volume 3: Crestline to Chicago 1960-1999. Featuring the stunning color photography of Steve Hipes and David Oroszi, this hardcover book covers the eras spanning the Pennsylvania...

More than 190 color photos of trains, towers (interior and exterior), stations and more! Plus 7 full-color maps, train symbols, routings and a detailed history of this fascinating railroad located in the heart of our nation's steel and manufacturing...

More than 190 color photos of trains, towers (interior and exterior), stations and more! Plus 8 full-color maps, train symbols, routings and a detailed history of this fascinating railroad route from the Golden Triangle to the Gateway Arch! Some of the...

Features: FPT Hosts Super Make-up Trolley Charter by Roger DuPuis and Bill Monaghan Railfanning the Reading’s East Penn Branch   Part 2: Blandon to Alburtis by Dale W. Woodland Trackside in Hudson, New York by William J...

Features: Canadian National Caramat Sub by JASON BAXTER - This HO layout recreates 1990s main line railroading in Northwestern Ontario. Pullman-Standard 4650 Covered Hopper by JAMES KINKAID - An obscure 1960s design...

Product News Locomotives & Rolling Stock Vehicles & Loads Structures, Scenery & more Books & more HO-Scale Reviews Ore Hauling SD38-2   from ScaleTrains C&IM’s Tough SD38-2   from...

Features: Photo Line: RGS 20 Returns to Durango SPECIAL— Restored Rio Grande Southern 20 made a historic return to Durango under its own power for the first time in more than 70 years. Wisconsin & Southern in the Watco Eraby JORDAN...

IN THE CURRENT ISSUE Extra Extra! Read All About It!Part 6: Some Finishing Touchesby Dennis Murphy Build A Small Town For Your Railroadby Loren Perry N Scale Railroad DepotKalamazoo (MI)by Thorsten Hambusch It’s 1995 on the Katahdin Valley...

Illinois Central: North of the Ohio River combines classic color photography from 50 photographers with well-researched text by Dave Oroszi and Kirk Reynolds. A terrific variety of images from the IC, including Chocolate & Orange E-Units, Green...