DECEMBER 2023: New York Central’s famous J3a Hudson is a favorite in the hobby. Bachmann’s new release brings this classic 4-6-4 steam locomotive to HO scale with a detailed replica equipped with DCC and sound courtesy of Train Control Systems. All this and more in the December issue of Model Railroad News!

Fallen Flag GEVO from InterMountain Railway

Fallen Flag GEVO from InterMountain Railway

InterMountain Railway Co. delivers a new production of HO-scale GEVOs. Here’s a look at KCS ET44AC 5004.


Whitney Glass Factory kit in HO scale from Micro-Scale Models

Whitney Glass Factory kit in HO scale from Micro-Scale Models

Whitney Glass Works is a a craftsman-level kit release from Micro-Scale Models in HO.



Yellowbonnet Turns 50

Yellowbonnet Turns 50

Santa Fe’s Yellowbonnet livery was introduced a half-century ago.


Hybrid Rail for the 21st Century: PIKO America’s Sprinter

Hybrid Rail for the 21st Century: PIKO America’s Sprinter

PIKO America has offered a European Desiro for several years, but this North American Sprinter features details specific to the prototype.


Action Red E-unit: Rapido Trains CP Rail E8A Diesel Locomotive

Action Red E-unit: Rapido Trains CP Rail E8A Diesel Locomotive

Canadian Pacific owned three EMD E8 units, and Rapido Trains has produced a highly detailed version in HO scale in Action Red.


Tubro Roars into HO: Amtrak’s Rohr Turbo from Rapido Trains

Tubro Roars into HO: Amtrak’s Rohr Turbo from Rapido Trains

Rapido Trains delivers its initial offering of another interesting North American prototype with the arrival of this Amtrak Rohr Turboliner set.


Prototype Profile: Chicago & Illinois Midland’s SD9s

Prototype Profile: Chicago & Illinois Midland’s SD9s

Based in central Illinois, C&IM bought four SD9s in 1955 for its all-EMD roster.


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