Publisher's Synopsis
Learn the what, why, when, and where of modeling the railroad right of way. The track and surrounding details are some of the most important features to capture on a model railroad. This all-new book from Jeff Wilson includes: Articles on a broad range of features and areas including track, roadbed, ballast, turnouts, switch stands, grade crossings, detectors, signals, equipment cabinets, and communication lines. History of when various details and features were used. How they were used and how it could affect model railroad design and operations. Why and how they evolved and changed over time.
