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Model train scales explained - Trains
Nov 12, 2021 · Model train scales come in a handful of commercial sizes. Among the most popular model train scales in North America are HO, N, O and G. However, these letters stand in for very specific ratios that tell modelers what fraction they are using to scale, or model, reality.
CPKC announces schedule, performers for 2024 Holiday Train
Oct 9, 2024 · CALGARY, Alberta — Canadian Pacific Kansas City has released the schedule and list of performers for the annual CPKC Holiday Train, which begins its tours through the U.S. and Canada on Nov. 20. The railroad’s holiday train will also continue to include the Holiday Express, originated by Kansas City Southern, which will make a …
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Holiday trains & ‘Polar Express Train Rides’ (2024)
May 23, 2024 · Holiday trains & Polar Express Train Rides (2024): It’s never too early to start planning for a magical train ride with family and friends — especially when tickets go on sale during the spring and summer for some venues. Purchasing a ticket for a holiday ride on a passenger train is a wonderful treat for anyone. The youngsters — and the young at heart, especially — like to gather on a ...
Norfolk Southern nominates four railroads for next heritage
Oct 31, 2024 · ATLANTA — Norfolk Southern will add another heritage locomotive to its original 20-unit fleet. “We’ve narrowed it down to four iconic railroads, but only one will get to roll out of Altoona,” the railroad said in a recent LinkedIn post, referring to its paint shop in Pennsylvania. The railroad has selected four predecessor railroads as candidates: Tennessee, Alabama, & Georgia Railway ...
New York MTA set to order 435 more Kawasaki subway cars
Dec 17, 2024 · NEW YORK — The Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s New York City Transit Committee on Monday approved an order for an additional 435 new subway cars, including 80 with an open-gangway design. The full MTA board will vote on the order at its monthly meeting, this Wednesday, Dec. 18. The order will bring to 1,610 …
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News & Products for the week of December 23rd 2024 - Trains
Dec 23, 2024 · News & Products for the week of December 23rd 2024 . Model railroad operators and builders can get the latest information about locomotives, freight cars, passenger cars, tools, track, and more by reading Model Railroader’s frequent product updates.The following are the products Model Railroader editors have news on for the week of December 23rd 2024.