Model Railroad at Redskins Football Game

Everybody's wondering if Anyone saw the Model Train layout during a Redskins football game.

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Lionel Model Train – A Vision

Lionel Model Train – A Vision

Joshua Lionel Cowen conceptualized and established the Lionel Model Train in 1900. The brand started out in a modest place in New York while trying to earn its name in the industry. It transferred to a much larger place when it soon became famous. As with all good companies, it endured the tests that time had offered, all the while remaining true to its principles.   The quality of that model train brand offers is top notch,  and people from different walks of life can attest to that.  Until now, Lionel Model Train still remains as the most trusted toy train brand.

In the model railroad industry, Joshua Lionel Cowen was considered a visionary.  He saw the potential of the industry in so far as development and expansion were concerned. And since, there was basically no serious competitor, Joshua Lionel Cowen determined to make real his vision and concept. All the efforts he’d put out to set his business running eventually panned out because Lionel Model Train grew out to become one of the biggest companies there is. There can never be a brand that can match the Lionel Model Train’s reputation. It has sold more than 50M trains worldwide and continues to be a trustworthy brand for  model train collectors. Indeed, Joshua Cowen couldn’t have foreseen the success he had achieved

Joshua Cowen was not an American. He migrated to the United States to live with his family during the time that trains were the major means of transportation. He admired trains and railroads deeply. That is why, aside from his business outlook, he also wanted to share his admiration to other people.  He was a daredevil, has not shy to take risks. He had the most skillful train makers at the time because aside from his burning passion for trains he was also dedicated to give high-quality model trains to enthusiasts.

Today, with the use of the latest technological innovations, the company continues to satisfy the needs all of its consumers. It keeps on making model trains that are efficient and economical. The years it took the company to stand in its current position has not failed it, because now,  Lionel Model Train is one of the well-loved model train brands which offers the best quality at a reasonable price.

2 Innovations by Lionel in the 90's

In the early 90's, Lionel reissued the legendary 700E locomotive. Together with this reissue was the brainchild of legendary rock musician Neil Young, an avid model railroader himself, and Richard Kaughn called LionTech Railsounds II. This technology further cemented Lionel's claim on the forefront of model railroading as it digitally captured the sounds of real-life Mikado trains and brought it to the model layout.

Another Lionel pionered product was the TrainMaster control system which was released in 1994. Although Remote controlled cars and oher toys have gained popularity by this time, the applications of such a technology only came from Lionel's TrainMaster. It enabled the railroader to control the locomotive through and RC remote.

These innovations are but a few of what Lionel came up with during this decade but I find them both rather notable as they made such a big impact for the enjoyment of model railroading.

Model Train Exhibit in its 21st Year

In celebration of its 21 years of conducting Model Trains shows, the Baron Arts Center at 582 Rahway Ave., Woodbridge, NJ, will once again fascinate people with their diverse model trains and layouts on December 2 through 29. All are invited to see and be amazed. 

No registration required | Free

Halloween Themed Model Train Show

A model train show will be held at South Coast Botanic Garden, Palos Verdes Peninsula, Califoniaon Saturday, October 29 2011 from 9:00am to 4:00pm. Kids at all ages are invited to come and enjoy the spectacle of halloween inspired trains and layouts.

Price: $8 Adults, $6 Students & Seniors, $3 Kids 5-12, Under 5 free

Weathering Your Car’s Roof

Most of us spend an awful lot of time looking at our model freight car roofs than the actual model itself. So, basically, it just follows that we spent extra time weathering these areas. It’s true that although some real boxcars have roofs that are painted, most have none. And most of the time, paint sprays from the car can be seen all over the roof’s edges.

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Soo Line Boxcars from Fox Valley Models

Is your boxcar fleet wanting of a little diversity? Then you should never miss seeing the latest release from Fox Valley Models. Their cars are a replica of Soo Line models from 1964 to 1979 made in road’s shops.

The "7-Post" boxcars wore many colorful paint schemes on the Soo. With a great number sold to Wisconsin Central in 1984 and the remainder transfered to Canadian Pacific during the takeover, some can still be seen on the rails today.

The models are nicely detailed and beautifully painted. They will make an interesting addition to any fleet. An N scale version will be arriving early next year as well.