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    G Scale Model Trains: The Grand Scale of Garden Railroading

    G scale model trains are the giants of the model railroading world—literally. Often found winding through gardens, around patios,…

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    General Info | Guide | Layouts | Roundhouse Dispatch

    Yard Goats 101: Why Switchers Steal the Show on Small Layouts

    ByModeltrainMan August 19, 2025August 19, 2025

    In railroading slang, a “yard goat” is a switcher locomotive—compact, tough, and built to shuffle cars with precision. On…

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    Beginners | Guide | Roundhouse Dispatch | Scales

    Everything You Need to Know About S Scale Model Trains

    ByModeltrainMan August 19, 2025August 19, 2025

    Model railroading offers a wide variety of scales, each with its own advantages and personality. While HO and N…

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    Beginners | Guide | Roundhouse Dispatch | Scales

    Z Scale Model Trains: The Smallest Scale with Big Potential

    ByModeltrainMan August 17, 2025August 17, 2025

    When it comes to model railroading, Z scale is often described as the ultimate space-saver. First introduced by Märklin…

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    Everything You Need to Know About S Scale Model Trains

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    Z Scale Model Trains: The Smallest Scale with Big Potential

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    Couplers Explained: Horn-Hook vs. Knuckle and What Works in Each Scale

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    5 Must-Have Books to Build Awesome Model Train Layouts

    ByModeltrainMan July 6, 2025July 6, 2025

    Whether you’re just laying your first length of track or looking for complex model train layouts, these books will…

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    Bachmann vs Athearn: Which HO Brand Delivers the Best Value?

    ByModeltrainMan June 29, 2025June 29, 2025

    In HO scale model railroading, Bachmann and Athearn are two of the most popular locomotive brands – but they…

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    Best HO Scale Code 83 Tracks

    ByModeltrainMan June 17, 2025June 21, 2025

    In this guide, we’re taking a look at five of the most popular HO scale track sets that use…

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    • G Scale Model Trains: The Grand Scale of Garden Railroading
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    • S Scale Trains: Everything You Need to Know
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