The Forgotten Stories of Legacy Railways
By Jami Rinehart
In the pantheon of American railroading, few stories capture the imagination quite like those of lines that have faded into history.
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Top 5 Tips for Building a Weatherproof Garden Railway
By Jami Rinehart
Build a durable garden railway with careful planning.
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Essential Kitbashing Techniques for Model Railroaders
By Jami Rinehart
Model railroaders have a long history of kitbashing and scratch-building. Learn how to go from store-bought kits to custom builds.
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When to use rail clamps instead of joiners
By Jami Rinehart
Check out our resources to learn all the ins and outs of making your garden railway function smoothly.
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Lionel Trains in Classic Americana
By Jami Rinehart
Between movies and television, Lionel sets have been both background elements and central plot devices on numerous occasions.
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Exploring Our Exciting New Lionel® Trains Lineup
By Jami Rinehart
Shop.Trains.com is proud to announce a new selection of products from the iconic model train manufacturer, Lionel® Trains.
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Pros and Cons of Code 100 and Code 83 Model Train Tracks
By Jami Rinehart
The model railroading world has long debated whether code 100 or code 83 provide the superior experience.
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What led to the dominance of HO scale trains?
By Jami Rinehart
With numerous scales and formats of model trains, HO scale’s popularity has endured for nearly 100 years.
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How to Maintain and Repair Your Model Trains
By Jami Rinehart
For the model railroading community, maintenance can be half the fun. Read more on how to maintain and repair your model trains.
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Crafting Your Christmas Model Train Layout
By Jami Rinehart
The holiday season is the perfect opportunity to combine two beloved traditions: Christmas decorations and model trains.
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The History of Model Trains: From Tinplate to Modern Collectibles
By Jami Rinehart
Like their real-world counterparts, model trains have evolved with technology. Let’s explore how this beloved hobby developed over the decades.
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How to Build a Compact Model Train Layout
By Jami Rinehart
Model railroading is a rewarding hobby, but it can sometimes be challenging to find space for a full-sized layout. Fortunately, with careful planning and a few creative design choices, you...
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The Best Multi-Train DCC System for Beginners
By Jami Rinehart
If you’re working on your first multi-train model railway, chances are, you need a starter Digital Command Control (DCC) system. Check out the MRC Prodigy Express Squared to see if...
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