Friday, July 30, 2010

Using Noch Ground Cover in Your Model Train Layout Scenery

May 19, 2010 by Rick Brock  
Filed under Scenery Tips

Noch is a German company that specializes in manufacturing modeling supplies for model railroad scenery for all scales. Noch makes a variety of ground cover material to simulate everything from short ground cover to tall grass. Proper use of the material depends on which type you are adding to your scenery.

A Good Quality Locomotive Will Make All The Difference

November 29, 2009 by Rick Brock  
Filed under Featured, Locomotives Tips

It can be very frustrating having a locomotive that you need to push to get going, or it suddenly speeds up and falls off the tracks. A locomotive runs by picking up the electricity from the track through its wheels.

Why Build A Branch Line Model Train Layout?

November 27, 2009 by Rick Brock  
Filed under Featured, General

Branch lines are a popular theme for small model train layouts. A branch line is a quieter alternative to a main line layout and can be fascinating to build and operate.