Peter's Model Railroading | My Library | Model Railroader 1988-03
Articles Listing

The Ria Grand & Southwestern

14' by 25' island layout in a dedicated building with workshop, featuring Colorado prototype modeling.

Modeling an SD60

Using an Athearn GP50 to build this model. Includes prototype photos, unit roster, modification diagrams and photos, and parts list.

D&RGW's Wagon Wheel Gap Station

Wagon Wheel Gap in Colorado has a remote branchline station that includes a passenger office, waiting room, freight house, and agent's living quarters. Includes prototype photos, and scale drawings.

CTC80 Command Control

Keeler Rail Specialties produced this system that uses a home computer to provide throttle control. Though obsolete now, it does provide insight into the history of command control.

Computers in Model Railroading

This is the first in a long-running column discussing how computers can be used in model railroading. This article introduces some terminology.

Building the Carbondale Central 3

This part discusses building bridges, structures, installing water, and fascias.

The Iowa Terminal

This railroad ran between Mason City and Clear Lake. Includes many prototype photos, track maps, 1968 equipment roster, and a track plan for modeling this railroad.

Spokane, Portland & Seattle Yellow and Green

Painting an RS-3. Includes prototype and model photos.