Bachmann HO scale “Van Sweringen” Berkshire 2-8-4

Bachmann HO scale “Van Sweringen” Berkshire 2-8-4 The “Van Sweringen” Berkshire 2-8-4 was one of the last great steam locomotive designs. This Bachmann HO scale Berkshire is an accurate depiction of the prototype. The model features a dual-mode decoder that automatically switches between DC and Digital Command Control (DCC). Van Sweringen Berkshires. The prototype for […]

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Mountain Model Imports On3 K-36

Mountain Model Imports On3 scale K-36 Mountain Model Imports, a division of Precision Scale Company, has released an On3 Denver and Rio Grande Western K-36 Mikado. The prototype locomotives were massive (for the narrow gauge) Baldwin built outside frame Mikados, and were the last new built locomotives received by the D, in 1925. They have […]

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MTH to get some Broadway Limited tooling

(Updated Aug. 15) – MTH Electric Trains and Model Korea Trading Co. (formerly Korea Brass) announced that the companies have resolved their longstanding legal battle in a settlement that includes a cash payment and the transfer of some tooling for Broadway Limited HO locomotives to MTH. Also resolved were two other cases involving a patent […]

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A look back in time: August 1958

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SP announces it is standardizing on silver livery for all passenger equipment; although Armour yellow will be retained for cars assigned to Overland Route trains, SP’s tow-tone gray and bright Daylight colors will fade away. . . . On August 12, the Transportation Act of 1958 is signed into law. Among its provisions are greater […]

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Kato N scale Maxi-stack IV

Kato N scale Maxi-stack IV An N scale three-unit articulated Maxi-Stack IV well car with steel sills, plastic floor bracing, and metal wheelsets is the latest offering from Kato USA Inc. The car is based on the prototype built by Gunderson, and it includes six individually numbered injection-molded plastic intermodal containers with magnets and metal […]

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MTH Electric Trains HO scale GS-4 steamer

MTH Electric Trains HO scale GS-4 steamer This die-cast metal HO scale GS-4 is an accurate model of its famous prototype and offers a lot of fun operating features. The MTH model has lights, synchronized smoke, and realistic sound effects that operate in DC, Digital Command Control (DCC), or MTH Digital Command System (DCS) modes. […]

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Modeler’s spotlight video for the week of July 17, 2008 — Inside Cody’s Office

Modeler's spotlight video for the week of July 17, 2008 -- Inside Cody's Office

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page This week Model Railroader associate editor Cody Grivno will show you an Athearn HO scale Z-van trailer, a Kato HO scale Maxi-Stack IV well car, and an Atlas O F2 diesel. He’ll also give you tips for adjusting the trip pins on operating […]

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Modeler’s spotlight video for the week of July 17, 2008 — Inside Cody’s Office

Modeler's spotlight video for the week of July 17, 2008 -- Inside Cody's Office

Having trouble viewing this video?   Please visit our Video FAQ page This week Model Railroader associate editor Cody Grivno will show you an Athearn HO scale Z-van trailer, a Kato HO scale Maxi-Stack IV well car, and an Atlas O F2 diesel. He’ll also give you tips for adjusting the trip pins on operating […]

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