Contributed by Bill Murphy
For many people their first model railroading experience begins with a circle or oval on just a piece of plywood. It tends to be very basic with no extras such as buildings, scenery or landscaping.
Before long the desire to add more accessories to make a more realistic model can turn this into an ongoing project that can grow in intensity.
Every layout is different and everyone has their own favorite accessories, but the following 5 items are some of the most common accessories that add a level of realism and interest to your model railroad.
1. The Train Station
The train station will probably be one of the first buildings added. It's the focal point for starting and ending and the town can be built around it.
2. Lighting
Railroads can have various types of lighting. Background lighting will give a nice subtile realistic effect or street lighting will add a nice backdrop while working on building or adding to your town or city. These lights may be just decoration or practical for giving your streets a lifelike glow.
3. Train Cars
The locomotive usually gets the most attention when setting up a model railroad, but there are many choices for railcars as well.
4. People and Animals
Adding figures such as people will complete your model and make it more realistic. The addition of animals will add that extra little touch as well.
5. Landscaping
There are many options for landscaping a railroad. You can add things like grass, trees, lakes or rivers alongside the track. Or you can get a little more in depth and add hills and valleys for your train to travel through, and tunnels through the mountains.
Interested in building your own (http://www.themodelrailroader.com/landscaping/creative-ideas-for-making -model-railroad-scenery/) model train scenery? Visit The Model Railroader for plenty of helpful ideas & tips. Plus get your copy of "Model Railroad Design Secrets" at http://www.themodelrailroader.com
For many people their first model railroading experience begins with a circle or oval on just a piece of plywood. It tends to be very basic with no extras such as buildings, scenery or landscaping.
Before long the desire to add more accessories to make a more realistic model can turn this into an ongoing project that can grow in intensity.
Every layout is different and everyone has their own favorite accessories, but the following 5 items are some of the most common accessories that add a level of realism and interest to your model railroad.
1. The Train Station
The train station will probably be one of the first buildings added. It's the focal point for starting and ending and the town can be built around it.
2. Lighting
Railroads can have various types of lighting. Background lighting will give a nice subtile realistic effect or street lighting will add a nice backdrop while working on building or adding to your town or city. These lights may be just decoration or practical for giving your streets a lifelike glow.
3. Train Cars
The locomotive usually gets the most attention when setting up a model railroad, but there are many choices for railcars as well.
4. People and Animals
Adding figures such as people will complete your model and make it more realistic. The addition of animals will add that extra little touch as well.
5. Landscaping
There are many options for landscaping a railroad. You can add things like grass, trees, lakes or rivers alongside the track. Or you can get a little more in depth and add hills and valleys for your train to travel through, and tunnels through the mountains.
Interested in building your own (http://www.themodelrailroader.com/landscaping/creative-ideas-for-making -model-railroad-scenery/) model train scenery? Visit The Model Railroader for plenty of helpful ideas & tips. Plus get your copy of "Model Railroad Design Secrets" at http://www.themodelrailroader.com
For more information on Model Railroading, please visit Model-Railroading.org
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