Model Railroader September 2012

Build a modular express bulding to fit any location
By V.S. Roseman
How to model a busy transfer point for small shipments moving between trains and delivery trucks
pg. 28

Upgrading and redetailing a classic brass HO USRA Mikado
By Ken Robbins
A can motor, flywheel, and scratchbuilt details convert a light 2-8-2 into a handsome Grand Trunk locomotive
pg. 33

Three track plans for 2 x 4 feet
How to fit an N scale model railroad on a quarter sheet of plywood
pg. 38

Two railroads in one small space
By Dave Rickaby
The Chicago & North Western and Milwaukee Road take center stage on this 9 x 13-foot HO layout
pg. 43

Compact staging adds a variety to your operations
By Terry Thompson, publisher
A manual traversing staging yard you can build in an afternoon
pg. 48

From Quarry to crusher
By Dave Rickaby
How an unsatisfying HO scale layout became a fun On2-1/2 industrial railroad
pg. 52

Modern gondola makeover
By Matt Snell
Six simple steps to convert coal gons into scrap metal haulers
pg. 56