American Flyer 2 Video

Ever since the release of the video Fun & Thrills with American Flyer, Flyer fans have been begging to see more layouts of this favorite model train. And here they are: three, S-gauge layouts that include Mike Kolosseus146 amazingly built, pure Gilbert layout; Ed Fialkowski's three-level masterpiece; and Terry Dyer's tribute to American Flyer at Christmas from long ago. Kolosseus expands his creativity and uses accessories made from Erector set parts and includes logs, a milk can, pipe and barrel loaders, a magnetic crane and a rotary dump. Packed full of great ideas and great layouts. VHS 149 60 min 149 color'

Tips and Tricks for Toy Train Operators

Increase your knowledge and enjoyment of toy trains! Features 144 helpful tips that will improve the performance and appearance of your toy trains. Includes crisp photos and easy-to-follow wiring diagrams. Primarily postwar toy trains, but does cover some prewar and modern ear equipment.

Paperback 149 8-1/4 x 10-3/4 149 96 pages 149 130 b/w photos, 36 ill'

Railroading In America Video

Ride the rails for a coast-to-coast train adventure and explore the history and technology of America's trains in all their glory. Witness the high-speed action of Amtrak's Northeast Corridor, visit huge freight train classification yards, learn how steam and diesel locomotives are operated, and discover the awesome engineering feats that built America's early railroads. Color. 60 min.'

Modern Toy Trains

This brilliant showcase of color looks at the evolution of the toy train industry and its miniature products from 1970 to today. Presented are the O- and G-gauge offerings of Williams, MTH, Weaver, Marx, Railking, Lionel and others. Collectors of these toy trains will delight in the contributions of major industry players as they examine the modern technologies incorporated by the manufacturers and the market trends that dictate their products.Softcover, 8 1/4 x 9, 96 pp, 80 color'

How to Build a Toy Train Layout-Video

Subtitled: Part 1, Getting Started. Learn how to build a sturdy table, lay track, the basics of wiring, how to create scenery, and install Lionel accessories with this information-packed video! Nearly one hour of easy-to-follow instructions on how to install insulated track sections, make Lionel three-rail track look more realistic, apply ballast and ground cover, make a mountain, and more. Color. 50 min.'

Modern Lionel Trains

This addition to MBI's successful 'toy train' installments in the Enthusiast Color Series examines how Lionel for the last 25 years has weathered increased competition, survived numerous ownership changes, adopted improved production techniques, and utilized computer technology to remain an American icon. From the auspices of cereal giant General Mills, to be the sometimes criticized but always pragmatic ownership of Richard Kughn, and finally on to the formation of Lionel LLC, the last quarter-century of Lionel's business and products are examined in detail.'

The Magic of Lionel Video, Part 1

This fabulous video features the best layout stories from Toy Train Revue video magazine. Filled with nostalgia, building tips and Lionel prewar, postwar and modern era trains and accessories in action. Six layouts feature both postwar and modern era Lionel. Color. 55 min.'

Norfolk & Western: Diesels Last Conquest

The Norfolk & Western railroad was Americas last holdout for steam - in 1954 every locomotive on its roster was steam powered. Yet, by 1960, every N&W train was diesel powered. This is the amazing story of the American railroads switch to diesel locomotives as told through the history of the Norfolk & Western. Warden tells how and why they switched to diesel, identifies N&W steam locomotives, the trains to which they were assigned, and the diesel locomotives that took their place. Sftbd., 8 1/2x 11, 62 pgs., 131 b&w ill.'

Freight Train Cars

In the world of railway enthusiasts and modelers, freight carriers are every bit as technically involved and evocative as engines and cabooses. This full-color gallery features and describes a trainload of 'rolling stock' - boxcars, flatcars, hoppers, gondolas, tank cars, auto-rack transports and others - representing a variety of railways in action around the US. Sftbd., 8 1/4'x 9', 96 pgs., 80 color ill.'

MTH Electric Trains Price & Rarity Guide No. 2

You'll find tons of information on just about any electric train ever built, in this handy, pocket-sized collector guide. Includes rarity ratings, trend arrows, detailed descriptions of the car, a complete index, and a market analysis. All items are listed alphabetically, by category, and are easy to find. Sftbd., 4 1/4 x 8 1/2, 152 pgs.'

The Re-Making of the 1949 Lionel Showroom Layout Video

All the excitement and magic of the most famous Lionel train layout ever built! You_ve seen the photographs. Now see all the action live and in color - the GG1, Santa Fe F-3 and 726 Berkshire roaring down the rails, whistles and horns blaring, plus all the other sights and sounds of the most famous Lionel layout of them all. Color. 50 min.'