Lets talk trains!

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General discussion around anything to do with trains and/or model railroading. If you aren't sure where your topic belongs, it's always safe to post it here.

1022 12295 2 min 19 sec ago
by jgiovenni

If you're new to the hobby or you've been in the hobby for a while and you need motivation to get out of that armchair, then this section's for you! Here we encourage questions on the hobby basics as well as questions on how and where to start!

116 1520 10 hours 4 min ago
by Garden Gnome

Discussions covering inspiring prototypes & models, how to conceive a model railroad layout, and talking about all aspects of good train layout design. Includes discussions of prototype modeling, freelance modeling, as well as posts about inspiring layouts or prototypes.

322 4269 4 hours 44 min ago
by mu26aeh

Includes discussions about good layout physical plant construction: room preparation, benchwork construction, and all forms of roadbed techniques.

178 2397 1 hour 34 min ago
by pipopak

Discussions about the operating physical plant of a model railroad: the trackwork and the electrical wiring (which includes DCC). Appropriate topics include handlaying and jig trackwork methods, flex track tips, wiring techniques, and all manner of discussions around Digital Command Control.

842 8823 1 hour 4 min ago
by Bremner

Discussions about doing model railroad scenery and about structure building (which includes railroad and highway bridges). Relevant topics include doing basic terrain forms, modeling grass, bushes, trees, & water, scenery detailing tips, and all aspects of bridge and structure modeling.

565 5873 1 hour 9 min ago
by DougA

Discussion covering locomotives, rolling stock, and all manner of railroad equipment. If it goes on the track, then threads about the prototype or about modeling such railroad equipment belong in this section.

806 6998 1 day 5 hours ago
by TA462

Discussions about running your model railroad, or keeping it running are appropriate here. Relevant topics include car forwarding methods, CTC, track warrants, timetable & train order, keeping the track clean, minimizing derailments, and so on.

161 1981 1 day 23 hours ago
by roadglide

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