Tim McCarthy

This article explores the model train transformer and it's role within your model railway trains layout. It looks into potential problems that may occur and more importantly, how to avoid them.

When creating your model railways scenery, in order to get it looking as realistic as possible, you will need to think about how to get the perspective right. Here are a few tips and tricks you can use on your model railway trains layout.

Computers have changed the way we go about everyday tasks and made our lives a lot simpler and easier in many ways. You may not have originally thought about using a computer for designing your model railway track plans, but specialist software can make the whole process much quicker and easier too.

When considering buying one of the many model railroad sets available on the market, you may think that it's just a case of choosing the one that looks best on the box. However, there are a few other important considerations you should take into account too...

You may think that when choosing between the model train scales, all you have to do is decide which on looks best. However, there a re a few more important considerations that you need to take in to account that you may not have originally thought about.

There are a few important points that you need to think about when buying an electric model train. These will make sure that you won't run into problems further down the track.

In this article you will learn how to not only keep your model railway trains on the rails, but you will also learn model railroading tips to keep your dreams on track. To find out how, read on...

At some point in the process of building your model railway trains layout, you may find you have to upgrade your model train power supply. This article explains the key factors you need to take into consideration.

Adding lights to various parts of your model railway trains layout is a great way to add an extra sense of realism. Find out some tips on how to brighten up your model train scenery in this article.

What do Google Earth and model railways layout designing have in common? Give Up? Well read this article to find out and you'll soon see this is no joke!