A place to gather ideas, observations, and lessons from the world of model railways. Part personal reference, part shared resource, this collection is about exploring and enjoying the craft in all its detail.

Research

Standards

  • Track & Wheel Standards

Layout Design

  • Layout Design
  • Study Models – massing models, space planning, spacial qualities, maquette models

Electronics

Locomotives

Small Scale Locomotives

2mm Scale Steam Locomotives

  • Wheels
  • Crankpins
  • Coupling Rods (1mm Steel)
  • Frames (33 thou / 0.84mm Brass)
  • Cylinders
  • Crossheads and Connecting Rods
  • Brake Blocks
  • Carrying Wheels
  • Tenders
  • Hand Rails and Lamp Brackets
  • Boilers
  • Tapered Boilers and the Belpaire Firebox
  • Boiler Mountings and Fittings
  • Chimneys, Domes and Safety Valves
  • Cab Interiors

2mm Scale Diesel Locomotives

The Toolbox

Suppliers

Buildings & Structures

  • Brian McCulloch Braeside Models