A Cost-effective Alternative to Brass or Steel?
Model Railroad News 2010-03 pg. 58 Scale: G Category: "Product Review"
The author does a real-world comparison between Aristo-Craft's new code 332 aluminum rail sectional track compared to brass and steel versions.
Are They Keeping Up With the Promise from the First Run?
Model Railroad News 2010-03 pg. 36 Scale: N Category: "Product Review"
A review of the Athearn F45/FP45 diesel locomotive.
Aristo Reworks 40-foot Boxcars
Model Railroad News 2008-12 pg. 68 Scale: G Category: "Freight Cars - Boxcars"
This review article covers the double-door, 40-foot boxcar and the plug-door, 40-foot boxcar. It also covers prototype information about these cars.
Aristo-Craft's New Train Engineer Revolution G Debuts
Model Railroad News 2009-08 pg. 50 Scale: G Category: "Product Review"
John reviews the new control system for G-scale engines, including accessories. He even compares this to DCC.
Athearn Husky Stacks
Model Railroad News 2009-08 pg. 22 Scale: N Category: "Product Review"
Review and prototype information about the Gunderson Husky Stack well car produced for 6 railroads.
Athearn Packs High Quality Into a New Package
Model Railroad News 2008-12 pg. 21 Scale: HO Category: "MRR Product Review"
This article reviews the Athearn HO-scale CSX Iron Horse and Santa Fe Warbonnet train sets.
Athearn Pairs Up With Soundtraxx in N-scale Sound-equipped Cowls
Model Railroad News 2009-08 pg. 33 Scale: N Category: "Product Review"
This article reviews the Athearn FP45 and F45 "Cowl" diesel engines, which support DC, DCC, and sound. Includes prototype information.
Athearn's F45 and FP45 Should Hit Big for N-scale Fans
Model Railroad News 2009-01 pg. 28 Scale: N Category: "MRR Product Review"
After an extensive discussion about the prototype engines, the article reviews the models and tests their operation. The article also covers how to convert them to DCC using Digitrax decoders.
Athearn's Flat-roofed CF7 Gets Shortlined
Model Railroad News 2009-08 pg. 26 Scale: HO Category: "Product Review"
Prototype information and product review of this engine, including installing DCC.
Athearn/Soundtraxx MP15ACs Offer New Paint Schemes, Too!
Model Railroad News 2010-01 pg. 44 Scale: HO Category: "Product Review"
The review covers the Wisconsin & Southern and Southern Pacific models of this engine.
BLI High Hood SD40-2 Finds a New Life
Model Railroad News 2010-06 pg. 44 Scale: Category: "Product Review"
Historical information and product review of the Broadway Limited Imports' engine.
Bachmann's Fn3 Boxcar Keeps 1:20.3 Cargo Dry
Model Railroad News 2008-11 pg. 26 Scale: Large Scale Category: "MRR Product Review"
After a brief discussion about narrow gauge rails and equipment, the review covers this $190 boxcar.
Bachmann's New DCC-On-Board Switches Prompt Layout Overhaul
Model Railroad News 2008-12 pg. 78 Scale: HO Category: "Track"
The track reviewed is the gray-roadbed, nickel-silver roadbed molded-in. The author shows how to wire a crossover and build a simple layout.
Can DCC Match the DCS Slick?
Model Railroad News 2008-10 pg. 99 Scale: Category: "DCC"
The author compares the DCS system by MTH to the DCC systems available today.
DCC Momentum is a "Heavy" Issue
Model Railroad News 2010-06 pg. 0 Scale: Category: "DCC"
The author describes to how set-up and use acceleration and deceleration momentum.
DCC and Pull Power
Model Railroad News 2010-03 pg. 78 Scale: Category: "DCC"
Questions and answers about how DCC affects an engine's pulling power
ESU Loksound Decoder and Easy Install
Model Railroad News 2010-09 pg. 80 Scale: Category: "Product Review"
Using the Loksound Select sound decoder, the author upgraded the decoder in his Athearn GP60M.
Factory Direct Produces Impossible Automobile
Model Railroad News 2010-06 pg. 60 Scale: HO Category: "Product Review"
Various "Hi-Rail" track inspection vehicles are produced by Factory Direct Trains to look like Ford Model A.
HO AC-12 With Sound Finally Arrives!
Model Railroad News 2010-06 pg. 16 Scale: HO Category: "Product Review"
Review and history of the cab forward model by Intermountain Railway Company.
Hiawatha Series Resumes with Dinner and Drinks
Model Railroad News 2009-01 pg. 46 Scale: HO Category: "MRR Product Review"
This article reviews the Milwaukee Road Dining and Tap Lounge cars made by Walthers.
JMRI: Keeping Track of Your Loco Roster and Decoder Settings
Model Railroad News 2009-01 pg. 98 Scale: Category: "DCC"
Using the software made available by JMRI, you can not only program your decoders from your computer, but also track which engine has which decoder, and reset that decoder should something happen to it.
Kadee's Cushion Underframe Boxcars Really Work!
Model Railroad News 2008-10 pg. 50 Scale: HO Category: "Product Review"
This model actually has working cushioned couplers.
Kato Unleashes the "El Capitan" in N Scale
Model Railroad News 2010-06 pg. 50 Scale: N Category: "Product Review"
History and product review of the Kato F7-lead passenger train.
Kato's HO Dash 9-44CW - A Guaranteed Hit
Model Railroad News 2008-12 pg. 60 Scale: HO Category: "Locomotives - Diesel"
The article covers the prototype, and, of course, the Kato model.
Key System Scrapbook from Charles Smiley Comes in Two Parts
Model Railroad News 2008-11 pg. 74 Scale: Category: "Reference"
These two DVDs show how Oakland, CA was connected to San Francisco with electric rails.
Last Santa Fe Roster Subject of Colorful Book
Model Railroad News 2010-06 pg. 74 Scale: Category: "Product Review"
A review of the "AT&SF Railway 1995 Motive Power Fleet" book.
MRC's 1820 Sound Decoder Offers Easy Installation for Athearn's RS-3 Locomotive
Model Railroad News 2009-01 pg. 72 Scale: HO Category: "MRR Product Review"
This decoder is designed for after-market installation of sound and decoders into the Athearn RS-3. It has 28 functions and has Alco 244 sounds.
NCE Updates, Improves Wireless System
Model Railroad News 2008-10 pg. 70 Scale: Category: "Product Review"
The author reviews the latest version of this DCC system.
Piko's ICE-3 Train Set Introduces High-speed European Rail Service
Model Railroad News 2008-12 pg. 42 Scale: Category: "MRR Product Review"
This train set models the Inter City Express high-speed train.
Programming Primer: Give Your Loco Its Own Address
Model Railroad News 2010-01 pg. 100 Scale: Category: "DCC"
This article describes how to program the locomotive's address using the various DCC systems.
Rapido Delivers the Angus (Vans)
Model Railroad News 2010-09 pg. 32 Scale: HO Category: "Product Review"
The author reviews the modern-day wide-vision cabooses from Rapido, Inc.
Signature Press Wraps up SP Freight Car Series
Model Railroad News 2009-01 pg. 82 Scale: Category: "MRR Product Review"
The last in the series of SP freight car books covers the hoppers, covered hoppers, and tank cars.
Steamscenes 2009 Calendars Brighten Surroundings
Model Railroad News 2008-12 pg. 90 Scale: Category: "MRR Product Review"
Review of the full-color railroad calendars (three are available).
Tangent Gondolas Mix Quality, Popular Prototype
Model Railroad News 2010-03 pg. 22 Scale: HO Category: "Product Review"
A review of various Tangent Scale Models' 52'6" gondola.
The Computer Inside
Model Railroad News 2008-11 pg. 98 Scale: Category: "DCC"
The article makes a good argument for switching to DCC if you have not yet done so, from the perspective of someone not necessarily computer-literate.
The Power Behind DCC
Model Railroad News 2010-09 pg. 102 Scale: Category: "DCC"
Using the RRampMeter to detect problems in the DCC power supply system.
Three Snapshots on the Intermodal Timeline
Model Railroad News 2008-11 pg. 20 Scale: HO Category: "MRR Product Review"
This article describes the history of the intermodal shipments and reviews products by Athearn, Walthers, Kato, and WPG Enterprises.
USA Trains' Northeastern Caboose Includes a Few Surprises
Model Railroad News 2010-06 pg. 32 Scale: G Category: "Product Review"
The author reviews and provides historical information on the Reading caboose, and the fantasy version of the ATSF.
Using Decoder Pro with a DCC System - or Even a Layout!
Model Railroad News 2009-08 pg. 86 Scale: Category: "DCC"
John describes how to use the Digitrax PR3, QSI Quantum Programmer, and SPROG II to program decoders, possibly even on the workbench away from the layout.
Walthers Reworks Trucks, Power Board on RS-2 and RCS-2
Model Railroad News 2009-01 pg. 20 Scale: HO Category: "MRR Product Review"
A brief history about these two models accompany this thorough review.
What DCC Should Santa Bring You This Christmas?
Model Railroad News 2008-12 pg. 100 Scale: Category: "DCC"
A quick overview of the various DCC systems available.