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Okay gang here's the rub... I want to model an HO scale table-top island style layout (I know, I know, I can do what I want a lot better with a shelf layout...) where I can watch the trains go round-and-round. What I want to know is this: what is the minimum allowable dimensions/size of the...

Hey guys, kind of a newbie here... If you want to wire your layout for DCC operation, do you have to buy special turnouts or can any turnout be made DCC compatible? Thanks gang!

I'm new to the hobby (as an adult that is), and I was wondering, there are about 50+ different companies that make HO scale model building and structure kits. Can any of you recommend some of the better or higher-end companies? The models that would have the most detail and look the most...

I know this may be self-explanatory, but what exactly is a "laser cut" model? And what makes it so special or different than a regular cut model? Thanks guys!

Can anyone tell me, are all the (real) locomotives being made today the long, six-axle type? Say I wanted to model a modern-day HO scale layout with modern locomotives but don't want the huge 22" sweeping curves, can I still do that? Additionally, are any of the older, shorter locomotives still...

I would like to hear comments and opinions from those who have switched from HO scale to N scale, and/or vice-versa. What made you decide to switch? Are you pleased with your decision? Any regrets? Has anybody switched and then switched back again? Thanks all!

Has anyone had any experience with a company called Mianne? They sell pre-fab open grid style benchwork. This seems like a fast and efficient way to go and I was wondering if anybody has any input on this? Thanks guys.

My most recent discouraging discovery as I attempt to rediscover model railroading after a 30-year hiatus is that certain long locomotives will not be able to negotiate a tight curve on an HO scale track. Can someone give me the specifics on this? Thanks all!

In looking at railroad layout and prototype photos I notice that in some instances the track is raised up on a berm, but in other areas the track is flat on the ground. Can anyone tell me what dictates when/where/if the track needs to be raised or not? Also, how is this reflected on the...

Has anybody built a layout from the Atlas True-Track layout kits? I am looking to get back into the hobby as an adult, but must admit I am overwhelmed by the leaps and bounds by which the hobby has grown since I was a kid. In any event, I'm wondering if anyone has attempted layouts from these...

I am hoping someone can offer me some advice... I am getting ready to revisit the hobby after a 30 year hiatus. I want to model the (Atlas) Atlantic Long Haul line in N scale. I'm assuming that the Altantic Long Haul track plan is based on an actual railroad. I was wondering if anybody has any...