This video is loaded with exciting model train action and construction techniques! See beautifully detailed scale engines, freight trains, and passenger trains from various manufacturers including MTH, Lionel, 3rd Rail and Atlas, operating on this magnificent 32' x 12' O-gauge hi-rail layout, The Black Diamond Railway. Learn about its design and how it was built so you can build and have a layout like this of your own!
The spectacular videography will leave you wondering which shots are real and which ones are models! Ride along side or from within the cab, or stand trackside and watch as these realistic looking model trains roll through this beautifully detailed layout. Enjoy real train scenes and see how they helped inspire similar scenes on the layout. You'll see over 30 different model engines pulling freight and passenger trains on this layout from almost every angle, so much that you'll think you've seen the layout in person!
Maybe the best part about this video is that in addition to all the inspiring and entertaining train scenes, you'll learn all about the layout's design and construction. This video starts with a tour of the room, then gives a detailed explanation of the three level layout design. From there, you'll see the construction techniques used for the benchwork, trackwork, road system, retaining walls and bridge structures. You'll see how easy it is to wire and control all the trains, switch tracks, track power and accessories on this large layout. You'll learn about the scenery techniques including how to apply the ground cover, folliage, track ballasting, urban scenery, and most importantly, you'll get the step-by-step instructions for building these amazing and unique rock faced mountains which can bring stunning realism to any layout.
Simply put, if you like collecting, and operating model trains, or enjoy building model train layouts, then this video is for you! This video is fun for the whole family, as well as inspirational and informative for the serious model railroader. We think you'll find this is a one-of-a-kind video, and a must have for anyone who likes model trains.
This video is loaded with exciting model train action and construction techniques! See beautifully detailed scale engines, freight trains, and passenger trains from various manufacturers including MTH, Lionel, 3rd Rail and Atlas, operating on this magnificent 32' x 12' O-gauge hi-rail layout, The Black Diamond Railway. Learn about its design and how it was built so you can build and have a layout like this of your own!
