Making model railways
Guides, tips, and tutorials on making and building a model railway.
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What wire should I use for a CDU
From the gauge to the length, choosing the right wire is key to the operation...
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CDUs: The Power Behind Model Railway Point Control
If you’re a model railway enthusiast, you know how important it is to keep your...
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Shuttle-units: what you need to know
Sit back and let your model railway run on autopilot with a shuttle controller. MRE...
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How would you wire this passing loop oval layout?
John B. Recently posted a track plan to the ModelRailwayEngineer community asking for wiring suggestions...
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How prevent, find and fix model railway track voltage drops
Voltage drop is a common problem in model railways, especially when you start adding more...
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How to make embankments
Making embankments on your model railway - suitable for all gauges...
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What Isambard Kingdom Brunel could teach us about model railways
Looking for advice on how to build a model railway? Who better than Isambard Kingdom...
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What George Stephenson Taught Me About Building Model Railways
George Stephenson (1781-1848) was one of the all time great engineers. But you already knew...
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