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by John H. Armstrong (Author) "All railroad operations rest on transporting freight and passengers in trains of individual cars..." (more)
Key Phrases: special trackwork, stub terminals, flat switching, United States, New York City, Union Pacific (more...)
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Provides step-by-step design techniques and track planning tips to save model railroaders time, money, and headaches. This must-have book also covers aspects of prototype freight and passenger operations, route design, and contemporary railroading.

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  • Paperback: 144 pages
  • Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing Company; 3 edition (August 1998)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0890242275
  • ISBN-13: 978-0890242278
  • Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.2 x 0.3 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #18,969 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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44 of 45 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A must-have for layout builders, January 7, 2002
By Peter M. Brown (Gambrills, MD United States) - See all my reviews
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If you want to build a decent layout, are just curious as to how real trains operate on real tracks, or want to know why tracks are setup the way they are, this is the book for you.

This book was recommended to me as an essential read by a friend, and he was absolutely right.

The first part of the book focuses on real trains, yards, switching, sidings, passing, mainlines etc. The second part of the book applies that information to the world of model railroading.

The worst part about this book is it will make you want an even larger space for your railroad so you can incorporate all the stuff you read about :-)

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36 of 37 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The definitive guide to railroad operations for model RRers., December 22, 1998
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John Armstrong is the leading expert in railroad operations as it relates to model railroding (although well known in model railroading, he also has written books used for training by the real railroads). This book explains actual railroad operations in great detail, making extensive use of illustrations and photos, concentrating on operations typical in the 1920-1970 timeframe. John then shows you how real railroad track design and operation applies to the design and operation of model railroads, with 18 different model layout track plans as examples. This is a must own book for modelers interested in operating.
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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A must-have for model railroad design, August 26, 1998
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John Armstrong (a professional layout designer)gives all the info you need to design your layout. The first half of the book looks at actual railroad operations; the second half tells you how to translate these operations into a layout. A sample layout is designed step-by-step to show his approach to layout design.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellant
I highly recommend this book to anyone who is tired of watching the train go round and round with no purpose. Chock full of information and ideas. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding, Simply outstanding!
I don't usually take the time to do this review stuff, but I felt compelled to let others know about this book. Read more
Published 4 months ago by T. Skyers

5.0 out of 5 stars Track Planning for Realistic Operation
This is a great book on how to run and plan your next model railroad. Gives great idea's and samples of yards, train movements and point to point locations. Not just for beginers.
Published on March 11, 2007 by Daniel R. Nowicki

5.0 out of 5 stars The Master's Masterpiece
John Armstrong is one of the best known names to the model railroad hobby. He has written extensively but this book is his finest work. Read more
Published on September 5, 2006 by John A Lee III

5.0 out of 5 stars Covers the Basics and Some Langaippe, too,
I don't think anyone in the model railroad hobby can say enough about the contributions of the late John Armstrong. Read more
Published on July 9, 2006 by Tetsu Uma

4.0 out of 5 stars Track Planning for Realistic Operation
Some concepts are not for the beginner. Let's you use your imagination to create outstanding layouts.
Published on April 1, 2006 by William E. Davis

5.0 out of 5 stars Better than advertised.
This book will teach you exactly what it claims. Numerous prototype examples are used throughout the book to give the reader an insight into how you can design a realistic track... Read more
Published on November 14, 2004 by Alexander Ranaldi

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding
Well written, beautifully illustrated and an informative and enjoyable read. Model railroaders, new and experienced alike, will relish in the information provided by this book... Read more
Published on March 3, 2004 by DH

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Source Book
Excellent review of real railroading designs and concepts that can be applied to the model railroad. Read more
Published on April 11, 2003 by Richard Ostendorf

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have Book!
John Armstrong is a master when it comes to realistic track planning. This book provides information the modeler needs when planning his model railroad. Read more
Published on March 18, 2003 by Bill

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