2010 National Train Show Milwaukee
Model Railroad News 2010-09 pg. 16 Scale: Category: "Model Railroad Shows"
16 pages of photos of new products shown at the show.
48-star Flags
Model Railroader 1983-07 pg. 90 Scale: Category: "Scenery"
If you model between 1912 and 1959, the United States only had 48 states, so the flag back then only had 48 stars. This page has scale, color drawings of flags for N, HO, S, and O-scale. It also includes measurements of a free-standing flag pole.
A "Your Pics" Special Presentation
1:64 Modeling Guide 2009 Fall pg. 22 Scale: S Category: "Model Railroad Shows"
These pages show photos taken by Bob Werre during the 2009 NASG convention of Bob Hogan's models. The include steam and diesel locomotives, and box-, stock-, and passenger cars.
A Slide-away DCC Programming Track
Scale Rails 2005-12 pg. 25 Scale: (none) Category: "DCC"
Describes how to build a small pull-out shelf or tray that holds a single piece of track connected to the programming output of the DCC command station.
Amtrak's Red, White, and Blue
Railroad Model Craftsman 1972-09 pg. 38 Scale: (none) Category: "Railroads"
The new paint scheme appeared on new and old locomotives alike. Prototype photos of Amtrak equipment includes the TurboTrain and a GG-1.
Atlas GE Dash 8-40 CW Diesel: Modern-era Power
Model Railroad News 2010-02 pg. 24 Scale: N Category: "Locomotives - Diesel"
Common Standard Section Tool House
N-Scale 2005-10/11 pg. 35 Scale: (none) Category: "Structures - Track-side Details"
Original scaled drawings of a Union Pacific standard section house. Drawing is pretty low-quality and there is no text with it.
Craftsman Trophy To Mal Harvey
Railroad Model Craftsman 1972-11 pg. 30 Scale: G Category: "Cabooses"
This model by Malcolm Harvey features exquisite detailing on the exterior and the interior. The roof of the caboose is removable to reveal a fully detailed interior, including working parts. The exterior features, among many things, a working brake system.
Gary Mittner’s 1:29 Scale Class B6SB - 4001
The Keystone Modeler 04 November 2003 pg. 0 Scale: G Category: "Locomotives - Steam"
Final photos of the model, whose progress can be see at this web site:
Holiday Stocking Stuffers
Model Railroad News 2008-12 pg. 54 Scale: Category: "MRR Product Review"
Quick review of a collection of items that might be small enough to fit into a stocking.
Horseshoe
Railroad Model Craftsman 1972-09 pg. 46 Scale: (none) Category: "Pennsylvania Railroad"
Describes the famous Horseshoe curve near Altoona, PA, and includes several prototype photos and a drawing of the relative location of the curve.
In a Different Light
O Scale Trains Magazine 02 May 2002 pg. 4 Scale: Category: "Photography & Videography"
Describes the photography of K. Jeb Kriigel. He specializes in photographing all model railroad scale scenes, but adds the touch of using smoke, fog, lighting, and steam. Includes many of his photographs, and tips on how to set up for great photographs.
Introduction to TKM
The Keystone Modeler 01 August 2003 pg. 4 Scale: (none) Category: "Model Railroads and Computers"
This article introduces The Keystone Modeler electronic magazine. It provides directions for how to submit articles. The remainder of this magazine issue is just about what is coming up in future issues.
Lookout Junction
NASG Dispatch 2011-02 pg. 0 Scale: S Category: "Model Railroad Shows"
Photos of "Lookout Junction" that will be at this year's national convention.
PRR GP35 #2289
The Keystone Vol 38 No.3 pg. 32 Scale: (none) Category: "Locomotives - Diesel"
Center spread has a modern-day photo of this locomotive.
Soo Line Standard Plan
N-Scale 2005-11/12 pg. 50 Scale: (none) Category: "Structures - Depots/Stations/Yards"
Shows scale drawings for a standard timber loading platform.
Soo Line Standard Switch Stands
N-Scale 2006-07/08 pg. 44 Scale: (none) Category: "Track"
Prototype drawings of the "star" switch stand and the "banner" switch stand.
Southern's Green and Gold
Railroad Model Craftsman 1972-09 pg. 54 Scale: (none) Category: "Railroads"
Describes the paint scheme used on engines, bringing back the railroad's heritage. Includes prototype photos.
Super SD's
Railroad Model Craftsman 1973-05 pg. 40 Scale: (none) Category: "Locomotives - Diesel"
Prototype photos and scale drawings of the EMD DS45X (1970) 4200hp engine.
The Basics of Operation
Railroad Model Craftsman 2002-08 pg. 90 Scale: (none) Category: "Operations"
Detailed article on how to do operations: framework for operations, car destinations, waybills, basic switching, traffic control, timetables and train orders, CTC, track warrants, profit and loss.
The Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Co. Standard Cattle Guard
N-Scale 2006-05/06 pg. 46 Scale: (none) Category: "Structures - Track-side Details"
The title of the scale drawing doesn't match what the actual drawing shows, which is a 20-ton coal house.
The Dash Two 45's
Railroad Model Craftsman 1973-05 pg. 44 Scale: (none) Category: "Locomotives - Diesel"
Prototype photos and scale drawings of EMD's 3600hp SD45-2 (1972).
Those SD45's...
Railroad Model Craftsman 1973-05 pg. 37 Scale: (none) Category: "Locomotives - Diesel"
A bit of history and a center-fold painting by Don Wallworth of these brand new (at the time) engines.
Train Set Gazette
Railroad Model Craftsman 2009-01 pg. 66 Scale: Category: "Model Railroad Manufacturers"
This special insert into the magazine lists various starter sets and information about how to get your first layout started. Various starter sets in N, HO, and O-27 are listed.
Train Set Gazette
Railroad Model Craftsman 2012-01 pg. 55 Scale: Category: "Layout Construction"
This special section of the magazine describes some train sets in G, HO, and On30. It then describes how to build a basic 4'x8' trolley layout on two levels. It also describes some special accessories and how to model in narrow gauge.
Tunnel Motors
Railroad Model Craftsman 1973-05 pg. 42 Scale: (none) Category: "Locomotives - Diesel"
Prototype photos and scale drawings of the 3600hp EMD SD45T-2 (1972) engine.
Wiking-Modelbau Volkswagens a Real Treat for N
Model Railroad News 2010-02 pg. 58 Scale: N Category: "Automobiles"
Wiring a Peco Electrofrog Crossing for DCC
Model Railroader 2005-04 pg. 92 Scale: N Category: "DCC"
The article covers reversing modules to handle the polarity changes encountered in crossings.