Model Railroader February 2014

A compact layout in a living room (pg. 38)
by Lou Sassi
Gritty urban scenes and challenging switching action highlight the N scale Toledo Industrial RR

Make a big building even bigger without adding parts (pg. 44)
by Alan Blair
A clever reconfiguration helps raise a common Atlas structure kit to new heights

Build a resin gondola kit (pg. 48)
by Dave Karkoski
Construction tricks that turn a craftsman kit into a real standout

Rod Stewart reaches a milestone (pg. 52)
by Carl Swanson
The rock ‘n’ roller puts the finishing touches on his HO scale layout’s city centerpiece

Build a 5 x 8 harbor railroad (pg. 60)
by David Popp
Part 2: Benchwork and track for our Rice Harbor project railroad

Expand a staging yard into the aisle (pg. 68)
by Bob Wundrock
Structure, simple scenery make this utilitarian addition an attractive scene