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A Century of Lionel Trains | Part Two | Full Show
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The Tom Thumb was the first American-built steam locomotive to operate on a common-carrier railroad.
We visited Hesston Steam Museum in La Porte, IN to speak with David Weber, who built an exact replica of this iconic piece of railroad history. Thanks for watching and make sure to subscribe!
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Norm Charbonneau has become the leader for realism in 3-rail scale O gauge layouts. From his life-like scenery to the weathering techniques of his highly detailed structures to the incredible realistic look of his scale locomotives and cars - Norm is the new high-bar setter in O gauge 3-rail layouts. Norm has even gained a following among O scale 2-railers - a very demanding group.
In looking through the viewfinder to film Norm’s layout, you actually think – at least for a moment or two – you’re filming real trains. Over the past ten years we have documented each of his three layouts and covered his transition from hi-rail to 3-rail scale.
The first layout was shot in 2008 in standard definition and is part of this disc's bonus content.
The second two layouts, shot in 2012 and 2018, are presented here as they were meant to be seen and heard – in glorious high definition picture with re-mastered stereo audio and optional 5.1 Surround Sound.Additional bonus features include two segments with Norm demonstrating how he weathers his trains and optional audio commentary track by co-producer Joseph Stachler.
In 45 years of business publishing books and producing videos in the 3-rail O gauge hobby, we’ve said a lot about trains. Perhaps we’ve said enough. So for this video, we’re going to shut up for a change and let the trains do the talking…literally.
With the amazing electronic advancements made throughout the modern era of toy train production, there has been a kind of revolution in the hobby where scale sized trains with realistic sounds and robust controllability using wireless handheld devices has brought in new generations of operators.
There are over 20 1/48th scale locomotives including GG1s, F3s, Hudsons, modern passenger trains like the Acela, models of vintage Pennsylvania steam switchers, a circus train, Big Boy, Triplex and many more. Passenger trains are seen making stops at the station to pick up and drop off passengers, and switchers move freight cars around in a small yard.
Many of the locomotives, including Lionel’s® VISION Line™, include realistic features like whistle steam and synchronized ringing bell. And you can see and hear them in true stereo as if you’re operating them on a layout yourself.
We are celebrating our 45th anniversary by producing Toy Train Winter Wonderland, our 12th Christmas video.
Dave McVicker and his grandson, Logan, combine twinkling lights, animated buildings, and several trains running around the Christmas tree to create a fascinating O gauge layout.
Rob Smith grew up with trains running around the Christmas tree. His wife Kim grew up with illuminated model buildings around the Christmas tree. They combined their childhood Christmas memories to create a small town with trains running around.
We cover the history of the Polar Express™ sets made by Lionel® plus the various Polar Express™ add-on products. Bob Phillips talks about his first train and how it created a lifelong passion for trains at Christmastime.
Todd Dombroski is new to the hobby and recently created his first Christmas train layout. He and his son Jacob enjoyed the experience so much they’re planning on building a permanent layout.
Plus much more including traditional Christmas songs sung by Sally Stine with Bob Phillips on piano.
We've moved the store into a bigger 3,200 square-foot facility on TM's property. Come see two big layouts in operation. We have trains and accessories from Lionel, American Flyer, K-Line, Atlas O, and MTH. See you there!
All 12 Toy Train Revue video magazine productions are finally available on two DVD boxed sets. Originally produced from 1991 to 1995, these videos feature vintage interviews, layout stories, building tips, product reviews, and news in the hobby during an important transitional time for toy trains.
This production is a tribute to fathers and sons in the O gauge 3-rail hobby.
Kevin Burrow and his son Blake have been interested in trains for a
long time. As Blake grew older they decided to build an O gauge layout together. Even though they weren’t as experienced with O gauge or building layouts, they managed to create an impressive realistic-looking, multi-level display where they run five trains at once.
Len Hopkins has a collection of vintage Lionel postwar trains and accessories. He built a 26-foot long layout for his son Jason. The trains and accessories are all original. See the 746 N&W J, the Santa Fe 2343 Warbonnet F3, 2340 green Pennsylvania GG1, 2331 blue and yellow Virginian FM pulling freight and passenger cars, many of which are rare variations.
Many years ago Art Williams introduced his son Jim to model railroading. Jim is now an electrical engineer, and he returned the favor by helping his Dad create a giant, modern model railroad using MTH’s DCS control system. Art’s dream layout uses Atlas O gauge track and runs through towns and cities and includes a passenger terminal.
Bonus Segment: Art demonstrates how he ballasted the track, added simulated water for the rivers, and applied scenery to rural areas.
This is the first TM production to feature optional 5.1 surround sound for an enhanced model railroad viewing experience.
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Recently we came across three HO club layouts that were so impressive we felt we had to tell their stories.
So here we go... American HO Model Railroads.
First is the Lake County Model Railroad Club of Wauconda, Illinois. The club has occupied the 1,800 square-foot facility since 1971. The layout captures the late 1940s with a 360-foot single-track mainline, 149 turnouts, six passing sidings, and several interchanges.
Next, the Duneland Model Railroad Club of Michigan City, Indiana. The layout occupies six rooms and has a 325-foot mainline. There are 256 turnouts that access over 90 industries and business sidings along with staging tracks and interchanges.
Our final stop is the Blissfield Model Railroad Club of Blissfield, Michigan. The club's facility has 2,500 square-feet of operating space for a 1,500 square-foot layout. The mainline runs 2,994 feet and includes 320 turnouts, a classification yard, two staging yards, and a giant steel mill.
All three clubs convene for prototypical operating sessions where trains are created and dispatched on scheduled runs to deliver freight to various industries. They use the Digitrax DCC control system, and all layouts feature beautiful realistic scenery.
This is our review of Lionel’s new Santa Fe ready to run set. Check it out!
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Happy Halloween! Check out our unboxing video for Lionel's 2018 Halloween train set. Don't forget to subscribe to our channel!
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While hi-rail 3-rail trains are impressive models with realistic scale size and details, 3-rail scale is a step up. O scale couplers on locomotives and rolling stock plus fixed pilots on diesels provide an even more accurate model in 3-rail O scale. This video takes a look at some impressive looking trains in operation. We visit Norm Charbonneau, who has built a brand new layout since the last time we saw him, and the Hi-Rail Modular Train Club of Griffith, Indiana, where we see 18 different freight and passenger trains pulled by steam and diesel model locomotives.
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Unboxing Lionel's new Ready-to-Run O Gauge Electric Train Set featuring a GP38, Evans Auto-loader car, spine car with trailer, and Southern Pacific-type caboose. We demonstrate how to operate the train set using the remote controller and also with an iPhone through the built-in Bluetooth technology.
This isn't the first video we've produced exclusively on HO model trains, but we're excited to offer a video featuring three excellent model railroads.
Each HO model railroad is a large club layout where members gather for realistic operating sessions. See a variety of steam and diesel-electric locomotives pulling freight and passenger consists amid impressive scenery.
You can order now and we won't charge your credit card until we ship. Be sure to subscribe to our youtube channel for the announcement when the video is available on DVD or streaming in HD.
For Lionel collectors, the scale Hudson, introduced in 1937, is their Holy Grail.
This segment has footage of various real Hudsons and Lionel’s scale model.
You don't see steam engines on the real railroads very often these days, but you see plenty on toy train layouts. That means you need to know how to identify them. Jeff is here to help you out. Count wheels on the pilot, the drivers, and the booster truck and you'll be naming steam engines at a moment's glance like a pro. Featuring an original song by James Coffey. From I Love Toy Trains Part 5.
Jeff shares his memories of creating one of the most popular segments in the I Love Toy Trains video series. Dinosaurs and toy trains, what could be a better combination? See a stegosaurus, triceratops, ankylosaurus, and tyrannosaurus rex checking out Lionel trains in action. Featuring an original song by James Coffey. From I Love Toy Trains Part 4.
Modern O Gauge Remote Control Book
96 pages, over 220 color photos
Includes easy-to-follow instructions and diagrams
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Modern O Gauge Remote Control
Part 1: Lionel TMCC & LEGACY Basics
Price for DVD: $14.99
Modern O Gauge Remote Control
Part 2: Lionel TMCC & LEGACY Advanced
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Three all-new layout stories show a variety of approaches, original ideas, and accessory action you’ve never seen before.
Karl Andrews, a retired electrical engineer, leads off with a multi-level O gauge layout. Karl created many custom-built animations and operating accessories, including an impressive coal station that receives and transfers coal. Between the custom rotary dumper to the auger pipe bringing coal to a building, there’s action everywhere.
Larry Poland started in postwar, then prewar, then, finally, his true and lasting love – Standard gauge. His dream layout includes four trains controlled by MTH’s DCS, original accessories, an Army Camp with WW1 toy lead soldiers, a carnival, and a yard featuring a Dorfan crane. Original accessories include a 444 Roundhouse Section, 114 Double Station, 129 Terrace Platform, and 840 Power Station.
John Coy, his wife Connie, and their friends built Glacier Line, a point-to-point O gauge homage to the great state of Montana and the spectacular Glacier National Park. Great Northern locomotives head freight and passenger cars through towns, tunnels, and over a 400 scale foot-long bridge. The backdrops include mountainous regions which capture Montana’s natural beauty. If you can’t make it to Montana, this might just be the next best thing.
Video includes an 8-minute Bonus Feature
Lionel's brand new action-packed Norfolk Southern First Responders ready-to-run train set offers lots of play value. From initial unboxing, to describing the contents and how to install and operate them, this video offers a look into the full scope of this train set's features. You'll love the remote control options and the helicopter.
Train set built by http://www.lionel.com
From the video production 21st Century Train Layouts Part 2
The approach limited signal is often seen these days with an upper yellow aspect and flashing lower green aspect. Vintage Lionel block signals don't really offer more than simple red or green aspects. But the 450 and 452 signal bridges can be used to make the approach limited signal. Watch this video segment to see how.
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For turning power on and off to an insulated block or siding. Lionel's Layout Control System (LCS) is comprised of many modules such as the BPC2 Block Power Controller.
Our video series on Modern O Gauge Remote Control details Lionel's TMCC and LEGACY systems. We explain the various components and features, how to implement them, and how to operate them. These videos are a valuable tool to fully understanding the new electronic control systems.
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This all about movie magic. When’s the last time you saw an O gauge train chugging across a bridge over a waterfall with clouds rolling above? Or a Lionel bi-plane fly around the Chrysler Building and under the Brooklyn Bridge. If you’ve watched out “I Love Toy Trains” series, you know we do stuff like that all the time. So we decided to put our 10 best special efx together on one YouTube segment for your enjoyment. This is just the beginning. We’ll be coming up with lots of new stuff so subscribe so you don’t miss anything.
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If you're using Lionel's Layout Control System (LCS) and operating your layout with an iPad, you'll need an STM2 Switch Throw Monitor so the app will always show the current position of the points, regardless of how the switch was activated.
Our video series on Modern O Gauge Remote Control details Lionel's TMCC and LEGACY systems. We explain the various components and features, how to implement them, and how to operate them. These videos are a valuable tool to fully understanding the new electronic control systems.


