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What is a flywheel in a motor in a model railway engine?
Posted in: Model Railway
3rd November 2021
A flywheel is a heavy metal disc-shaped weight that is used to aid the momentum of a motor.Flywheels are added to...
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What are the pros and cons of using foam ballast inlay for my layout?
Posted in: Tracks
20th January 2023
Some of the potential pros of using foam ballast inlay for a model railway layout include:Easy to install:...
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What’s the easiest way to create realistic cliff faces?
Posted in: Scenery
23rd January 2025
Creating realistic cliff faces can be both simple and rewarding. Here's a straightforward guide to help you achieve...
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What are fixed buffer stops?
Posted in: Model Railway, Tracks
30th March 2021
Although there are many different types of buffer stops, they can be primarily separated into two types, fixed or...
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Why is my DCC locomotive running in the wrong direction?
Posted in: Power and control
6th January 2022
It's not very often that it happens, but occasionally you may get a DCC locomotive that runs in the opposite...
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