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Model Railroader magazine

Established in 1934, Model Railroader is ideal for beginning or advanced hobbyists by covering “scale model trains” in scales ranging from Z to G. Published monthly, Model Railroader. features step-by-step modeling projects, fascinating photo tours of model train layouts, insightful reviews, tips from the experts, and so much more.
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Classic Toy Trains magazine

Established in 1987 by the editors of Model Railroader, Classic Toy Trains has become the leading authority in the toy train hobby. Published 9 times a year, Classic Toy Trains features in-depth articles about the latest trains from Lionel, MTH, K-Line, and others, as well as articles devoted to repair and maintenance of collectible trains. You’ll also learn how to operate your O- and S-gauge layout with insightful articles on track planning, wiring, and layout construction.
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Garden Railways magazine

Celebrate the fun-filled hobby of outdoor model railroading. Established in 1984, Garden Railways covers all aspects of outdoor model railroading with G scale (large scale) trains, including inspiring projects, landscaping and planting tips, product reviews, and much more.
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ModelRailroader.com newcomer resources...
ABCs of model railroading - Learn everything from terminology to techniques in our section devoted to novices.
ModelRailroader.com Articles - Visit our site’s Articles section to see our wide assortment of helpful articles.
New Products - Read our weekly News & Products report to learn about the latest model railroading products.
MR Express - Keep up to date on the latest new from our hobby with MR Express.
Product Reviews - Subscribers to Model Railroader magazine get access to our past reviews plus advanced access to the latest product reviews before the current issue is shipped to subscribers.
ClassicToyTrains.com newcomer resources...
Basics of toy trains - Learn the ins and outs of toy trains.
Train Layouts - Visit our site’s Train Layouts section for helpful articles and building your toy train layout.
Old Trains - Visit our site’s Old Trains section to learn about collecting, maintaining, and repairing vintage toy trains.
New Toy Trains - Read our monthly report to learn about the latest toy train products.
Product Reviews - Subscribers to Classic Toy Trains magazine get access to over 300 product reviews that have appeared in our magazine.
GardenRailways.com newcomer resources...
For Beginners - Visit our site’s For Beginners section for helpful information on getting started in garden railroading.
Build Your Railway - Our site’s Build Your Railway section covers everything from construction tips to gardening advice.
New Products - Read our monthly product news report to learn about the latest products for your railway.
Product Reviews - Subscribers to Garden Railways magazine get access to our past reviews plus advanced access to the latest product reviews before the current issue is shipped to subscribers.

Learn how to get started or find out what you can do to promote the hobby. If you're new to model railroading, you can visit the Web site at greatesthobby.com for all kinds of help. You'll find answers to basic questions, a guide to hobby resources, and an assistance directory where you can find hobby shops and model railroad clubs that want to help you get going in the World's Greatest Hobby.
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