Small-scale Model Railroads

An introduction to building small-scale railways, the book begins by comparing the various scales, goes on to cover the practicalities involved in constructing a system, and gives hints on creating historical and geographical versimilitude.

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An introduction for novices, this hands-on guide covers every aspect of building a realistic, fully operational scale model railroad. Duncan begins by addressing the pros and cons of the most popular scales efficient use of available space, time-period and geographical settings, and special points of interest to model, as well as the nuts-and-bolts of proportion, construction, and wiring.