Model Railroader August 2014

Scratchbuilding a cement plant from photos
by Pelle Søeborg
Thoughts on modeling a large HO scale industry in a 12-foot space

Upgrading vintage AHM helium cars
by Alain Kap
Three levels of detailing let you give these HO scale models as much realism as you want

Details to make your rail yard realistic
by Horst Meier
Vegetation, spilled loads, roads, and trash can add texture and interest

Second time around the Rathole Division
by Lou Sassi
Mountain scenes and scratchbuilt structures highlight Bob Lawson’s new HO scale Southern Ry.

Make a tree bark cliff face
by John Longhurst
Tree bark can be used instead of casting plaster molds

Built by the pros
by Gary Schaff