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Shows how to build an N scale railroad in a few easy steps. Includes instructions on constructing framework, laying track, building scenery, and assembling structures that result in an outstanding layout.

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  • Paperback: 96 pages
  • Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing Company (October 1996)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0890242232
  • ISBN-13: 978-0890242230
  • Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.3 x 0.2 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #214,467 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for beginners, January 16, 2005
For almost a year I was trying to figure out how to get started with what I wanted to do. I had a bunch of track, some rolling stock, and the benchwork -- but didn't know where to go next. This book has really helped, I use it so often as a reference as I go, that it is bent from where I hold it. The part on wiring was great -- not super in depth, but showed me exactly what I needed to know to wire the block, switches, and power. Pictures & illustrations are great and the text is easy to follow.

My only complaint is I think they should have a small section at the end that shows the final product from all angles to see what they built.
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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The only book you need for N Scale Model Railroading, December 10, 2000
As a person who waited and waited to start a hobby that was always in the back of my mind, this book finally made it a reality. I bought this book on Amazon.com and it was the perfect book for me. The book provided a huge amount of information that guides the reader through the steps and procedures required to get a N-scale model railroad up and running. The book gives you lists of materials you will need, and then tells you how to use them. The wiring, track, and background information is all there and it is easy to understand and use. Buy this book and then get started. I did, and it is a blast.
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A great beginners book teaching many basic techniques., August 23, 1998
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As a newcomer to model-railroading in general, and N-Scale in particular, I found this book to be a marvelous source of information and inspiration for building my first set-up. If you carefully follow the plans and directions you can build an impressive operating model railroad and learn many basic techniques such as track-laying, block-wiring, building and detailing structures, creating mountains, tunnels, lakes, bridges; etc.

The book's project layout uses foam-core board for the layout base - the "benchwork." This simple, low-cost approach is not good for larger layouts or N-Track modules. But if you want a neat little layout to build and run trains around, this is a great way to get started.

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Most Recent Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars Great reference for beginners, simple instructions, covers all the basics of building a layout.
I really like this book in that is gives simple, straight forward instructions on how to build your first model railroad layout. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Ace

4.0 out of 5 stars How to for Beginners
Really rates four and one half stars, the missing half star because a small amount of out of date material recommended in construction. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Jesse Mercer

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Beginner
This is a very good book from going from nothing about N scale railroading to the basic beginner. I'm trying to copy step by step to get the feel of model railroading and this is... Read more
Published 20 months ago by Jesse A. Reinhardt

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Starter Book
Bought this when I was getting back to N Scale model railroading after a 30 year hiatus. It is an excellent book. Read more
Published 22 months ago by A. Grant

5.0 out of 5 stars Great N Scale Starter Book
After looking on-line for many different layouts and ideas for my first N Scale display I came across this book and am now very pleased I did. Read more
Published on May 1, 2007 by Mark Cooper

1.0 out of 5 stars Grossly out of Date & Inconsistent
While maybe at one time this book used to be valid today it is grossly out of date and there are multiple inconsistentsies in the first several chapters that would not make this a... Read more
Published on January 18, 2007 by Tom Boucher

5.0 out of 5 stars THE book to have if you're thinking about starting a layout
If you've wanted to start a realistic-looking n-scale railroad layout (think beyond just setting up a loop to run around the Christmas tree), and aren't sure where to start or... Read more
Published on November 14, 2006 by bisticles

4.0 out of 5 stars N Scale Model Railroad That Grows
Excellent for beginners. Instructions permit the average person to create their own idea of a railroad. The instructions can be modified to create any layout.
Published on April 1, 2006 by William E. Davis

4.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Filled with tips for beginners and some tricks for old dogs, this book is a nice purchase to people wanting to try N scale or check some techniques on a very practical approach... Read more
Published on June 15, 2003 by Paulo V. W. Radtke

5.0 out of 5 stars This book is for novices and experienced modelers alike!
I recommend this useful book to beginners and experienced modelers in all scales. A lot of timely information presented in a relaxed format. Read more
Published on June 4, 2000 by Bill

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