MODEL RAILROAD How-To Videos & Articles

Follow these model railroad tutorials to learn all about model railroad with WonderHowTo's collection of free how-to videos and articles, like Ballast your model railroad track, Wire your model railroad track, and Model railroad scenery using extruded foam.

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How to ballast your model railroad track

Ballast your model railroad track

Okay, you've got all of your feed wires set up on your model railway track, now what? Ballasting. Check out this video tutorial to see how ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 9,890

How to wire your model railroad track

Wire your model railroad track

If you're at the point where you need to start ballasting your model railroad track, then you might want to check out this video tutorial on ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 2
Views 7,605

How to model railroad scenery using extruded foam

Model railroad scenery using extruded foam

Are your hobbies building model trains? Well, I hope you are building your own model sets the way you want to, but if you're stumped in the ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 4
Views 8,572

How to install and weather flex track for model railroads

Install and weather flex track for model railroads

Need to secure your track to the road bed for your model railroad ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 3
Views 6,897

How to hand lay scaled model railroad turnouts

Hand lay scaled model railroad turnouts

Need a new hobby? How about railroad modeling? You can turn a full sized train and rail transport into a scaled model for you to enjoy ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 4
Views 4,873

How to paint model railroad tracks

Paint model railroad tracks

Joe's Model Trains Co. has developed a mini paint roller specifically designed to paint model railroad track. It comes in two sizes; one for ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 3,139

How to model a railroad track in Softimage

Model a railroad track in Softimage

This tutorial shows you how to model a railroad track (or rollercoaster track) using Softimage(XSI) 3D software. We're not sure what you'll ...more

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Curated 2 years ago by The Wonder Team | Comments 0
Views 592

How to use "Railroad & Co" model train software

Use "Railroad & Co" model train software

This video tutorial shows the basics of how to use Railroad & Co train control software. This show will document the learning of RR&Co and ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 1,126

How to build trestle bents of a model train set

Build trestle bents of a model train set

Check out this model train tutorial video that demonstrates how to build the trestle bents of an HO model railroad. This is just an ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 3,560

How to build the 4th trestle on a model train set

Build the 4th trestle on a model train set

Check out this instructional train model video that demonstrates how to build the fourth trestle on a model railroad set. Learn how to ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 2,197

How to make a trestle for a model train set

Make a trestle for a model train set

Check out this instructional train model video that demonstrates how to make a trestle for a model railroad. Start with a little wood ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 2,449

How to build war game terrain with foam

Build war game terrain with foam

Watch this instructional model making video to begin making war game terrain out of foam. This video introduces different types of foam and ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 2,654

How to paint miniatures by dry brushing

Paint miniatures by dry brushing

Watch this instructional video to begin painting miniatures with dry brush techniques. Dry brushing can create realistic weathered textures ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 811

How to model a diving knife in Rhinoceros 3D

Model a diving knife in Rhinoceros 3D

In this tutorial, you will learn how to model this cool looking diving knife. The model can be set apart into two pieces, blade and handle ...more

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Curated 1 week ago by The Wonder Team | Comments 0
Views 139

How to make miniature cedar trees out of grass heads

Make miniature cedar trees out of grass heads

These grass seed heads make great miniature cedar trees when painted ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 1,572

How to make miniature trees for dioramas

Make miniature trees for dioramas

Here is a quick and easy tutorial on making miniature trees. Watch this instructional model making video to get started with the traditional ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 1,582

How to make rubber molds of rocks and castle walls

Make rubber molds of rocks and castle walls

Watch this instructional model making video to cast your own rubber molds for dioramas and model railroads. You can custom design terrain ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 1,702

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