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There are tens of thousands of decals available covering a multitude of different models from trains, planes and...
Mainline Railways was a British model railway brand that operated between 1976 and 1983, introduced by Palitoy, the...
A Wickham Trolley is a small railway maintenance vehicle once widely used across Britain's railways. Built by D...
The Blue Riband subbrand was a significant step in the evolution of Bachmann Branchline, the UK division of Bachmann...
Applying a camber to a tight curve of track on your model railway layout can help improve the realism and operation...
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There are several advantages that analogue control has over DCC (Digital Command Control) in the context of model railways: - Firstly, analogue control is generally considered to be simpler and more intuitive to use, particularly for beginners....
How best to blend buildings, roads, and other scene elements into a backscene while maintaining a realistic perspective on a model railway can be an interesting dilemma for many modellers. The following options may be useful to consider: Choose a...
Both steam and diesel locomotives were occasionally used to push their loads instead of pulling them but this practice was relatively uncommon and typically reserved for specific situations.​ One of the main reasons for using a locomotive to push...
A scissors crossing is a type of track junction that allows trains to cross over one another without disrupting traffic flow. Typically, a scissors crossing is used in layouts where two or more tracks intersect at a single point.A scissors...
There are a number of things we can do as modellers to ensure our decals are both easy to apply and look great when placed on a model. The first thing to bear in mind is the painted surface. Matt surfaces tend to be a little uneven and as such,...
There can be some issues to consider when it comes to combining track sections from different manufacturers on the same layout. Here are a few potential issues modellers may encounter: Rail height and code: Different manufacturers may produce...
Yes, it is recommended that you wear a protective mask when using aerosol-based paints or varnishes indoors. Aerosol-based paints and varnishes can release harmful fumes and particles into the air when they are sprayed. These fumes and particles...
A catch point is a safety device used to prevent runaway trains from entering a section of track where they are not supposed to go. Catch points are typically installed on steep grades, near bridges or other areas where a runaway train could pose...
The longevity of foam underlay can vary depending on a number of factors such as the quality of the foam, the temperature and humidity in the model railway environment and the amount of wear and tear on the underlay. On average, foam underlay can...
A curved station platform can be a challenging feature to design and construct. One important consideration is the distance between the track and the platform, which can affect the safety of the layout and the durability of the rolling stock.As a...
There are several options for motorising points on an N Gauge layout. Here are some of the most common methods: Solenoid motors: Solenoid motors are the most common method for motorising points. They are easy to install and are compatible with...
An asymmetric 3-way turnout, also known as a Y-switch, is a type of turnout that diverges into three tracks but with one of the tracks diverging at a different angle than the other two. This creates a "Y" shape, with one branch diverging off to...