Standard Catalog of Lionel Trains 1945-1969 more books like this

by David Doyle

Short of including toy train smoke and the sound of wheels clicking along the rails, this new edition delivers all the details Lionel Train collectors need to enjoy their hobby to the fullest. "Standard Catelog of Lionel Trains" 1945-1969 features: more than 1,100 vibrant color photos, detailing the unique features of steam and diesel locomotives, ...

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Standard Catalog of Lionel Trains 1900-1942 more books like this

by David Doyle

Originally used by shopkeepers as an animated window display to promote other products, Lionel trains are still on display, but now as a main attraction in the collectibles world. You can confidently turn to this updated guide for more than 1,400 color photos, current pricing in three categories, information on all known variations, and extensive ...

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Collectors Guide to Postwar Lionel Trains: 1945-1969 more books like this

by David Doyle

This compact and comprehensive guide provides you with 2,000+ accurate and easily accessible listings, with secondary market values for the legendary Lionel trains cherished by a majority of todays toy train collectors, including Baby Boomer-age collectors reliving the joys of their youth. This handy and numerically organized train book contains ...

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How to Build Model Railroad Benchwork more books like this

by Linn H Westcott

Demonstrates how to plan and build the basic framework to support layouts of any size, shape, or gauge.

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Track Planning for Realistic Operation: Prototype Railroad Concepts for Your Model Railroad more books like this

by John Armstrong

Provides step-by-step design techniques and track planning tips that save you time, money, and headaches. This must-have book also covers aspects of prototype freight and passenger operations, route design, and contemporary railroading.

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Complete Book of Model Railway Electronics more books like this

by Roger Amos

This reference work on model railway electronics introduces the novice to the subject through simple projects before going on to more advanced applications. The projects cover everything from basic train control and detection of trains by means of signalling systems, through to the automatic operation of the layout. The book includes information ...

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222 Tips for Building Model Railroad Structures more books like this

by Dave Frary, Michael Emmerich (Editor)

Expert tips and techniques for building plastic, wood, plaster, paper, and metal structures. Includes roofing, painting, weathering, and detailing information. 8 1/2 x 11; 64 pgs.; 125 b&w photos: softcover.

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First Steps in Railway Modelling more books like this

by Cyril J Freezer

Cyril Freezer, a respected writer on train m odelling, takes the beginner through the various steps which have to be followed to transform a train set into a model r ailway. '

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The Model Railroader's Guide to Bridges, Trestles & Tunnels more books like this

by Jeff Wilson

Each chapter shows prototype examples and ways to model, paint, weather, and install. - Includes details for numerous types of bridges - Ideal for intermediate and advanced hobbyists - Supported by national advertising in Model Railroader magazine

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The DCC Guide more books like this

by Don Fiehmann

Digital Command Control (DCC) is the latest improvement in electrical operation of model trains, but it's so much more. DCC can help modelers take advantage of all the new features in modern model trains like realistic sound and smoother switching and running. This comprehensive, all-new volume helps modelers get the most out of DCC with diagrams ...

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Classic Toy Trains more books like this

by Gerry Souter, Gerry, Janet Souter

From Lionel's first printed pamphlet in 1902 to the full-color fantasies of the 1950s and beyond. Classic Toy Trains revisits the collectible toy trains of Carlisle & Finch. American Flyer, Ives, Hafner, Lionel and others. Filled with over 200 images of rare toy trains, accessories, layouts and catalog artwork, this nostalgic volume flashes you ...

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Basic Trackwork for Model Railroaders: The Complete Photo Guide more books like this

by Jeff Wilson

Using a step-by-step photographic approach, this book offers proven, easy-to-follow techniques for fitting the roadbed, laying sectional or flexible track, and finishing your trackwork with lineside details. Also covers installing turnouts, cleaning and maintaining trackwork, and other special techniques suitable for a layout of any size or scale. ...

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The Lionel Legend: An American Icon more books like this

by Robert Schleicher

An exhilarating, photo-filled journey through the history of America's favorite toy trains, "Lionel Legacy" whisks readers through more than a century of Lionel. Veteran hobby historian and author Robert Schleicher conducts us all the way back to Joshua Lionel Cohen's 1902 'electric cheese box' - the train that started everything - right up to the ...

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ABCs of Building Model Railroad Cars more books like this

by Wayne Wesolowski, Mary C Wesolowski

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Modeling Narrow-Gauge Railroads more books like this

by Brick Price

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Greenberg's Guide to Marx Trains more books like this

by Eric Matzke

Features Marx trains and accessories from the 1950s and 1960s. Includes photos, product descriptions, and valuations for locomotives, passenger and freight cars, and accessories.

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The complete book of model railroading. more books like this

by David Sutton

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American Flyer-Toy Trains: Classic Toy Trains more books like this

by Gerry Souter, Janet Souter, Bill Milne (Photographer)

"Informative and colorfully illustrated....More than 200 color photos of trains and vintage ads make this a delight for collectors."--"Chicago Tribune." "A gloriously illustrated guide to the history of the American Flyer...this volume highlights the hardest-to-find, most valuable train cars, while exploring the fascinating evolution of American ...

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Modern Lionel Trains more books like this

by Robert H Schleicher

This addition to MBI's successful "toy train" installments in the Enthusiast Color Series examines how Lionel for the last 25 years has weathered increased competition, survived numerous ownership changes, adopted improved production techniques, and utilized computer technology to remain an American icon. From the auspices of cereal giant General ...

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Intermodal Modeler's Guide more books like this

by Randy Lee

As the number of modelers continues to grow, so does the quality and quantity of modern modeling equipment. But until recently, the information needed by modelers for intermodal modeling (truck and car container freight cars) has been largely ignored. Intermodal Modeler's Guide is the second in a series of books that combine articles from ...

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Modern Toy Trains more books like this

by Gerry Souter, Jerry, Janet Souter

This brilliant showcase looks at the evolution of the toy train industry and its miniature products from 1970 to today. Presented are the O- and G-gauge offerings of Williams, MTH, Weaver, Marx, RailKing, Lionel and others. Collectors of these toy trains will delight in the contributions of major industry players as they examine the modern ...

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Hornby Dublo Trains Vol 3 more books like this

by Michael Foster

This classic work is now reissued with an additional 16-page colour section showing much pre- and post-war equipment arranged in working layouts.

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Fun with Toy Trains more books like this

by Robert Schleicher

For the model train hobbyist, here is an "owner's manual", covering topics such as creating realistic structures and the advantages of O and S scale. It explains how to build a tabletop layout with portable scenery, the key considerations for selecting locomotives, and includes 24 track plans.

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The World of model trains more books like this

by P. B. Whitehouse, Allen Levy

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Basic Wiring for Model Railroaders: The Complete Photo Guide more books like this

by Rick Selby

Learn how to get your locomotive, train set, or complete model railroad operating -- even if you don't understand the principles of electricity! Teaches basic electrical connections for a two-rail DC powered layout of any size or complexity. Basic layout wiring techniques are presented simply, , with numerous photos, illustrations, and diagrams.

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