Kalmbach Books

Easy-to-use plans in every size, shape and scale -- from tiny card-table layouts to giant garage-size railroads. Demonstrates how to design a railroad to fit any space, shows how to convert plans to...

Get started with Digital Command Control (DCC)! This how-to guide covers the basics, with an overview of DCC, track wiring, cab bus wiring, and converting an existing layout to DCC. Written by Mike...

Reliably operating your trains on smooth-running track depends upon having sturdy, level benchwork. Basic Model Railroad Benchwork shows you how, covering a full range of skills and materials...

Getting a model railroad up and running has never been easier. Building a Ready-To-Run Model Railroad is the perfect guide for any modeler who want to build a simple, yet challenging, model railroad...

DCC Projects & Applications Vol. 2 answers questions about starting with or upgrading Digital Command Control (DCC) equipment, selecting state-of-the-art gear, and installing and operating these...

Model railroading is an easier hobby to join than ever before. This new book by Jeff Wilson helps modelers get started with the basics. It provides enough information for beginners to confidently...

Simple, affordable, straightforward – the track plans in Starter Track Plans for Model Railroaders have one thing in common – they’re eminently buildable. Perfect for small spaces...

This comprehensive volume helps modelers get the most out of Digital Command Control (DCC) with diagrams and photos showing how DCC works, from wiring, to installing and setting decoders in running...

This comprehensive, all-new volume helps modelers get the most out of Digital Command Control (DCC) with diagrams and photos showing how DCC works, from wiring, to installing and setting decoders in...

If model railroaders could own one book about wiring, this would be the best choice. In Wiring Your Model Railroad, Larry Puckett provides a helpful overview of all things wiring, including...