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FREE - Catalog Download - Model Railroad Tracks, Trains, Accessories

Atlas Model Railroad Company is offering a FREE download of its January, 2009 All Scales Tracks and Accessories Catalog.

The new Atlas All Scales Track Catalog is now available for download. This new publication includes all of our track pieces, accessories, structures and layouts that are available in N, HO & O scales.

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This catalog goes beyond the usual product catalog.

The introduction starts at the very beginning and discusses which scale is right for you. (Of course the discussion is limited to the scales that Atlas sells products for.) The information is worthwhile for any beginner to consider. These concepts may be applied to other scales such as Z Scale, G Scale, F Scale, S Scale, and so on. These concepts may be applied to products from other manufacturers too.

Atlas then presents basic boxed train sets, wheels, starter electronics, speed controllers (throttles), and various accessories. A beginner is often given a boxed train set to start. This is a good way to begin the catalog. Atlas has many engines and railroad cars, in numerous highly detailed paint schemes, for separate purchase by more advanced modelers. They are listed in other Atlas publications.

The next 3 sections of the catalog provide numerous sample track plans and products. If you are new to model railroading or an experienced modeler looking for some inspiration the sample plans are well worth a look. The sample track plans range from a simple loop with a passing siding to a complex of twists, switches, and more labeled the “Monopoly and Octopus”. It includes many plans and ideas in between with dimensions for the overall plan. This is handy for getting an idea of the overall size that a plan of this type and interest takes up.

The FREE downloadable catalog is divided into sections for N Scale, HO Scale, and O scale. Each section explains Atlas’ approach to their track products. Sometimes they are trying to be more accurate to the prototype, and sometimes they are trying to be compatible with legacy and related products. Make sure to look at all the sections. Some of the sections (such as N Scale track and accessories) contains some useful information relevant to other scales.

The last section of the catalog features signals and electronics for model railroads in O Scale, N Scale, and HO Scale. As a bonus, tips and methods from Atlas’ experienced staff for modeling in all scales are presented in the final section of the catalog.

Have fun!
Trainguy

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