Conrail and Its Predecessors, from Kalmbach Publishing, is a photographic and textual history of Conrail. Authored by noted rail publishing veteran and photographer Brian Solomon, you'll learn how Conrail's predecessor railroads became mired in financial troubles and how Conrail was formed, subsidized by the government, and became profitable within five years. Conrail and Its Predecessors is one of a selection of Kalmbach books about prototype railroads. 208 Pages Topics include: Brief histories of the Pennsylvania Railroad, New York Central and other Conrail forerunners. The changing markets of the 1960s and 1970s The formation of Conrail in 1976 Conrail's success in the 1980s Conrail and predecessor routes and maps

In Realistic Layouts: Use the Art of Illusion to Model Like a Pro from Kalmbach Publishing, you'll learn how to blend various elements so they all work together to create a feeling that your models are part of - and connected to - the real world. This book will help you refine many areas of your layout, covering topics such as scenic elements, structures and the aesthetic of the overall environment. Realistic Layouts: Use the Art of Illusion is one of many Kalmbach model railroading how-to books. Softcover, 96 Pages Topics include: How to apply different techniques and ideas to your layout in order to improve realism. Many techniques, including creating realistic backdrops and blending them with scenery, integration of structures, using bridges to suggest changes in elevation, using mirrors to expand apparent space, and much more. Outstanding model railroad photography and a variety of layouts.

Legendary Locomotives Postcards from Kalmbach features modern diesel locomotives with historic paint schemes, tribute designs, and other commemorative attire. Created exclusively for Trains magazine, this collectible set of 50 Legendary Locomotives 4 x 6" 10.2 x 15.2cm postcards features modern diesel locomotives donning vibrant paint schemes. Railroads dress their most modern diesel locomotives in standard uniforms but sometimes they splurge and go all out with historic paint schemes, tribute designs, and other commemorative attire. We look at some of the best of these, from heritage units to locomotives that salute veterans, law enforcement, and first responders and even breast cancer awareness and the Boy Scouts

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Running time: 1 Hour

Running time: 1 Hour

Take a look at more than 150 steam locomotives that operate across the nation each year In the U.S.

Steam Across America DVD provides a contemporary look at steam locomotives operating in the U.S. from coast to coast. From the smallest tank engine, to the workhorse engines of the freight and passenger era, right up to the biggest articulated locomotives, including the Big Boy, they are all here! Featured locomotives include: Norfolk & Western 611 Reading & Northern 425 SP&S 700 Nickel Plate Road 765 Western Maryland 6 And many more! You will also get an understanding of the origins of the U.S. railway preservation movement. Laufzeit ca. 92 Minuten

Filled with tons of information and inspiration that you can use today, Modeling Cities and Towns from Kalmbach is a great guide to making your layout more realistic! Noted author Jeff Wilson covers a wide variety of topics including modifying and kitbashing structures; creating realistic, era-appropriate signs; combining multiple scenic elements in tight spaces; building track in streets; and realistically modeling streets and sidewalks. Prototype information includes operations; large city passenger stations; and many examples of how real railroads wound through tight urban industrial areas. Perfect for any modeler in any scale, Modeling Cities and Town is one of many Kalmbach model railroading how-to books. Softcover, 96 Seiten

Build Your First Layout from Kalmbach is perfect for anyone getting started in model railroading or looking to build a simple, compact layout. This informative book features the small, easy to build Northspur & Tiburon Railroad from experienced modeler and Model Railroader author Peter Vassallo. Perfect for any modeler in any scale, Build Your First Layout is one of many Kalmbach model railroading how-to books. You'll get step-by-step instructions and all the basic techniques needed to build an operating layout including: Benchwork Tracklaying Scenery Structures Softcover, 96 Pages

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Union Pacific Big Boys from Kalmbach covers the who, what, why, and when of UP's 25 popular 4-8-8-4 steam locomotives. This book gives the historical background on their early 1940s development, explains why they were built, how they were used, and traces their history until they were retired around 1960 as well as the restoration and operation of #4014 beginning in 2013. Union Pacific Big Boys is one of several Kalmbach products highlighting the Union Pacific Big Boy. Hardcover, 224 pages.

Modelers and history buffs alike can experience the glory of travel by train in "Pullman - America's Hotel on Wheels" from Kalmbach. Using period film and still photos, with contemporary interviews the DVD looks at all aspects of the company, including car construction, operations and accommodations, the impact of Pullman porters on civil rights, the factory and company town near Chicago, plus a look at preserved cars. 56 Minuten

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Once you've mastered the techniques for building kits, the next step is to try your hand at kitbashing - the process of altering kit parts to make something different. On this DVD David Popp takes you through the process of making mock-ups using copies of basic kit parts, then he shows you how to cut and fit those pieces together to make several simple warehouses. Along the way, David will share some great painting and weathering techniques that you can apply to most any structure model.

The Model Railroad Planning 25 Year Archive DVD-ROM from Kalmbach includes access to all 25 issues of the essential guide for model railroad planning, construction, and operation in a single package. Inside you'll find a collection of the best and most useful articles for planning your dream layout, 294 detailed track plans, a comprehensive archive of essential tips and techniques, and expert advice from today's best modelers. Also included are articles about planning, track planning, operating a model railroad, construction and scenery. Each issue is easily searched, viewed and bookmarked, and the format allows you to zoom in on text and photos right on your laptop or computer. Model Railroad Planning 25 Year Archive discs will not play on stand-alone DVD players. For use in a computer DVD drive only. Computer requirements for the Model Railroad Planning 25 Year Archive DVD-ROM: PC: Microsoft Windows(R) XP, Vista, 7, 8 or 10, a Pentium 4 or higher processor with 1GB RAM. Mac: OSX(R) 10.4.11 or higher running on a Power PC G5 or faster (Intel) processor All computers must have a DVD-ROM drive, 800x600 minimum screen resolution (1024x768 recommended) and Adobe(R) Acrobat(R) Reader 9 or later.

Applying Lessons From the Prototype from Kalmbach is perfect for modelers looking to design and build a new layout, or those who just want to take their existing layout to the next level by incorporating features of a specific prototype railroad. Noted author Tony Koester walks you through all facets of looking at prototype railroads for guidance and information on modeling scenic details and operations. Perfect for any modeler in any scale, Applying Lessons From the Prototype is one of many Kalmbach model railroading how-to books. This 112-page book covers a wide variety of subjects including: Layout design Track planning Realistic operation Scenery and structures Softcover, 112 Pages

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Model Railroader's Guide to Signals and Interlockings from Kalmbach is a look at railroad signaling and how to model it. Follow along with experienced model railroader Dave Abeles as he delves into signal systems and interlocking plants. Guide to Signals and Interlockings, the book from Model Railroader, will give the reader all the information they will need to tackle this complex project with confidence. This 144-page, softcover book includes an explanation of how signal systems work; how different systems can be applied to layouts; details on both automatic and more complex systems and the most up-to-date methods for replicating these systems. It's ideal for modelers who are building or planning a layout with the goal of adding prototypical signaling and control systems. 144 Seiten

In 1309: Beast of the East in Action on the Western Maryland Scenic Railway from Kalmbach and Trains Magazine is a look at 2-6-6-2 No. 1309, the last steam locomotive built for domestic use by the famous Baldwin Locomotive Works in 1949. After a short career in the coal fields of West Virginia, the engine went into storage and ended up on display at the B&O Railroad Museum. Acquired by the Western Maryland Scenic in 2014, 1309 is to enter service on the 17-mile mountain railroad upon the completion of its restoration.