This all-new how-to book is perfect for anyone getting started in model railroading or looking to build a simple, compact layout. Build Your First Layout features the small, easy to build Northspur & Tiburon Railroad from experienced modeler and Model Railroader author Peter Vassallo. You'll get step-by-step instructions and all the basic techniques needed to build an operating layout including: Benchwork, Tracklaying, Scenery and Structures.

This all-new book helps guide model railroaders as they create a room sized layout while still being able to enjoy operating. Whether they are downsizing their layout or have a spare room, they will find all the tips and expert advice to help them build a fulfilling layout while still managing space, time, and resources. Featuring: Track planning strategies. Construction techniques. Room-planning concepts. Tips on operating once their layout is built.

Build an expandable N scale railroad in a few easy steps. Includes instructions on constructing framework, laying track, building scenery, and assembling structures.

Covers freight and passenger operations, route design, and contemporary railroading operations. The step-by-step design techniques and operation-oriented track plans also make it easy to create your own realistic model railroad.

Includes specific pointers on shelf layouts. Uses examples for N scale, HO scale, and ON30 scale trains. Covers a variety of scales, modeling eras, and room applications.

"After completing his Daneville & Donner River layout, Pelle Søeborg realized that he could build a better layout, so he did. Pelle kept seeing things he wanted to redo, and as he discovered new techniques and materials, his list of projects grew. Some projects involved major renovation, so it was easier to tear down the Daneville & Donner River layout and start over with a new model railroad, the Union Pacific's Daneville Subdivision. [This book] takes you through the complete construction process. Using the lessons Pelle learned from building his previous layout, the book covers benchwork, track, scenery, backdrops, and more."--p. [4] of cover.

Model Railroader's managing editor David Popp tells the complete construction story of his N scale Naugatuck River Valley layout using techniques any model railroader can use! More than 30 short projects from building benchwork to realistic operation.