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Union Pacific 4014 Big Boy: A Living Legend
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Union Pacific 4014 Big Boy: A Living Legend The Union Pacific 4014 Big Boy is more than just a locomotive; it’s a monumental piece of railroading history that continues to captivate train enthusiasts and casual spectators alike. With its immense size and fascinating story, the Big Boy has become a symbol of American engineering and railroading prowess. This blog explores the history of this legendary steam engine and Union Pacific’s efforts to bring it back to life for modern-day tours. The History of the Big Boy Locomotives Built between 1941 and 1944 by the American Locomotive Company (ALCO), the Union...
Upcoming Show: Railroad Hobby Show 2025, West Springfield MA
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All Aboard for the Railroad Hobby Show 2025!
January 25 and 26, 2025
9:00 am - 5:00 pm on Saturday | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm on Sunday
The show is located in the Better Living Center and the adjacent Young, Stroh and Mallary Buildings at:
The Eastern States Exposition Fairgrounds - Home of the Big E
1305 Memorial Avenue
West Springfield MA. 01089
More Info: https://www.railroadhobbyshow.com/
Modeling Realistic Rolling Stock
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Get ready to bring your model railroad to life by mastering the art of realistic rolling stock! Learn how to transform hopper cars, gondolas, and boxcars with weathering techniques like rust streaks, faded paint, and lifelike graffiti. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned modeler, these tips will make your trains look like they’ve just rolled off the mainline!
All About our Custom Run Lionel Legacy CNJ Blue Comet Consist!
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Here you can learn more about our custom run Lionel O Scale Legacy Central New Jersey Blue Comet 4-6-0 #168 with 6 Woodside Passenger Cars, available exclusively from our shop for preorder or layaway!
Special Feature: Roanoke Valley Model Railroad Club Visit
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Continuing our blog series offering layout ideas and inspiration, we are spotlighting the Roanoke Valley Model Railroad Club! The club has layouts in N Scale, HO Scale, O scale, and Tinplate, as well as smaller layouts that are interactive and portable. This club's layouts has been featured in multiple publications, including O Gauge Railroading Magazine.