Model Railroad Planning 2026 (Presale - Available 1/20/26)

Model Railroad Planning 2026 is packed with fresh layout designs and planning ideas, perfect for modelers ready to start their next layout or simply looking to dream big. This year’s issue brings together 11 in-depth features, more than 100 photos, and complete track plans to help you plan, build, and enjoy your railroad for years to come.

Whether your goal is a compact shelf layout, an operations-focused switching railroad, or a sprawling basement empire, you’ll find inspiration and techniques from some of the most respected modelers including Lance Mindheim, Bernard Kempinski, Chris Adams, and more.

Take your layout to the next level with projects from top modelers!

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