Dear Fellow Model Railroader:

Welcome to Model Train Info,

My name is Scott Watkins and I've been fascinated with model railroads since I received my first train set many years ago. 

As a model railroad enthusiast, it is my goal to see that all newcomers to this exciting and fulfilling hobby get a great start (and avoid all the mistakes you can make when first starting out), so I'd like to help you get started, free of charge.

Feel free to browse the links on this site for more information about model trains, or signup for my 11-part getting started with model railroading email course below, where you'll receive one lesson per day in your email box.

• How to systematically design and bulid your model railroad... so that you keep within your budget of money, time and space... and stay enthused and have fun all along the way!
• How to choose a locomotive... so that you get maximum performance out of it (and what to avoid in a locomotive too!)
• Create interesting, easy to construct track layouts... have fun and be the envy of your friends!
• What is "scratch building" and why you may not ever need to do it!
• What is a turnout and why you want to use one sooner rather than later!
• What is the best track style to use for creative and interesting layouts!
• Think ahead about benchwork - secrets to using the space you have (and keep your wife happy in the bargain)!
• Some misconceptions about the model train hobby, and the truth about who participates in it!
• The difference between "scale" and "gauge," how they are related, and how you can use scale to create a layout that will keep your layout realistic and interesting!
• Essential information about trackwork - avoid derailments from the start!
  
  What is the best material for your tracks, and why.
  
  Simple tricks with track "grade" that prevent problems... and help you keep your layout realistic!
  
  Utilizing switches... what they are, how they work, and how you can use them to create interesting railroad layouts!
• Much, much more!

To get this amazing one-of-a-kind eCourse on starting out in model railroading, simply fill out the box below, and we’ll immediately deliver your first installment to your email inbox right away!

Learn Everything You Need to Know About Creating a Fun, Exciting and Fulfilling Hobby That Will Delight You For Years To Come! Sign Up for Your Free How To Get Started In Model Railroading eCourse Now!

Scott Watkins