Great Model Railroads 2026 (Presale-Available 10/31/25)

SKU: GMR261001-C
$8.99 $9.99

See the Best Layouts of the Year – All in One Special Issue!

Great Model Railroads 2026 features longtime Model Railroader contributor Gerry Leone’s most recent version of his famous Bona Vista model railroad, several features from contributing editor Lou Sassi, and modeling in HO, HOn3, and N scales.

Great Model Railroads 2026 (Presale-Available 10/31/25) is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.

Estimated Ship Date: 10/31/25

Model Railroader’s popular special issue, Great Model Railroads, returns for 2026 with 9 all-new incredible layouts!

From sprawling basement empires to clever bookshelf-sized designs, this 84-page special issue is packed with nearly 90 photos, bonus how-to tips, and a full-color track plan for each layout story!

Features include:

  • Gerry Leone’s latest version of his legendary Bona Vista
  • Multiple stunning projects from Lou Sassi
  • Ted Pamperin’s Mann’s Creek narrow gauge railroad
  • Marc Pitanza’s inventive N scale bookshelf switching layout 
  • And much more! 

Whether you’re here for the inspiring photography, insightful stories, or practical techniques, Great Model Railroads 2026 has something for every railroading enthusiast.

Pages: 84

Magazine cover of 'Great Model Railroads 2026' featuring model trains and scenery.
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Great Model Railroads 2026 (Presale-Available 10/31/25)

$8.99 $9.99

Model Railroader’s popular special issue, Great Model Railroads, returns for 2026 with 9 all-new incredible layouts!

From sprawling basement empires to clever bookshelf-sized designs, this 84-page special issue is packed with nearly 90 photos, bonus how-to tips, and a full-color track plan for each layout story!

Features include:

Whether you’re here for the inspiring photography, insightful stories, or practical techniques, Great Model Railroads 2026 has something for every railroading enthusiast.

Pages: 84

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