Easy-to-use plans in every size, shape and scale -- from tiny card-table layouts to giant garage-size railroads. Demonstrates how to design a railroad to fit any space, shows how to convert plans to N, HO, S, and O scales.

This updated encyclopedia of railroading presents history, photos, route maps, and fast facts for 170] North American railroads. A new, searchable index makes locating information easy and fast. Learn about railroad lines that were abandoned or merged and discover why, plus take a look at major railroads that are still currently in operation.

- The ultimate railroad reference book for rail fans and history buffs

- All major and many minor railroads from the past 100 years are included

- Statistics highlight miles of operation, locomotives, and rolling stock

Compiled from Model Railroader's DCC Corner columns and feature articles, the latest volume includes dozens of updated step-by-step projects that show you how to:

Fit sound decoders into tight areas.

Install decoders in steam locomotives.

Program decoders using DecoderPro‚.

Divide layouts into power districts.

Wire turnouts for DCC.

Troubleshoot electrical problems.

And much more

Jeff Wilson's new book, Guide to North American Diesel Locomotives, offers more than 300 pages of detailed information on diesel locomotives produced in North America from the 1930s to today. An essential guide for model railroaders and train enthusiasts, this comprehensive reference book includes:

• All-time rosters for more than 100 major railroads in the U.S. and Canada through the 1970s.
• Spotting features on all major locomotive types produced.
• Characteristics and operation of diesel locomotives.
• New and updated material (text, charts and, photos).
• 400 color/black&white photos
• And much more

Guide to North American Diesel Locomotives is an important reference for railfans and model railroaders alike.