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| > Train Sets > Help! | We know that getting started in model railways can be confusing, with so many options available and many unfamiliar terms being used. It can sometimes seem daunting to find which path is the best for you. At Anticsonline help is only a phone call away. Our staff will do their best to explain those unfamiliar terms and assist you to make the right choices for your first model railway layout. Meanwhile we are trying to provide concise references and diagrams here, along with a range of books and video/computer programmes which we know have been produced with new and returning model railway enthusiasts in mind. | 
more | Hornby CD-Rom Step by Step Guide to Railway Modelling (R8125)
Hornby's new 'Step-By-Step Guide to Railway Modelling' CD-Rom is the perfect resource to establish, evolve and complement your hobby skills - whether you are starting out, an enthusiast or an experienced modeller.
The CD-Rom includes chapters on 'Where Do I Start?', 'Baseboards and Track', 'Buildings and Scenics', 'Wiring the Layout' and 'Taking Stock'.
This innovative CD-Rom, produced by modelling experts, adopts a simple step-by-step approach, providing advice, explaining methods and demonstrating techniques by walking you logically through key tasks and activities.
PC Specification Minimum Pentium 2 600MHz, 64Mb RAM (128Mb with Windows XP) 20Mb disk space, 16Mb graphics card, SoundBlaster 128 compatible sound card, 16x CD-Rom drive, Windows 98 or later.
MAC specification Minimum G3 700MHz, 128Mb RAM, 20Mb disk space, 16Mb graphics card, 16x CD-Rom drive, OS 9 or OS X. | | 
more | Ian Allan Publishing Next Steps in Railway Modelling (9781857801712)
Written as a follow-on from First Steps in Railway Modelling this book covers further and more advanced techniques for model railway construction. Including a multitude of topics from baseboards to electronics, detailing, weathering and successful kit building. More examples of prototype railways are included with tips for realistic scenes, details and operating practices. Paperback, 282mmx213mm, 96 pages.
See also First Steps in Railway Modellingmore.. | | 
more | Ian Allan Publishing First Steps in Railway Modelling (9781857800661)
A ideal guide book for first time railway modellers, this book is designed to help simplify the fundamentals of the hobby and move from a basic train set to a scenic model railway. Layout ideas suitable for the beginner and techniques for baseboard construction, track laying, wiring and scenics are also covered. Paperback, 282mmx213mm, 64 pages with 73 photos and 83 diagrams.
Further modelling techniques and tips can be found in Next Steps in Railway Modelling.more.. | | stock
info | Antics Model Railway Era System ()
The era system groups models by the time period of the livery carried. As trains have a design life of 30-40 years often several liveries are available for a model.
The era number is intended as a guide for modellers who want to assemble a representative collection from a particular time period, or make up a train of vehicles to match a new locomotive.
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1804 - 1875 Pioneering
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1875 - 1922 Pre-Grouping
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1923 - 1947 The Big Four - LMS, GWR, LNER and SR
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1948 - 1956 British Railways Early Emblem (lion over wheel)
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1957 - 1966 British Railways Late Crest (lion holding wheel)
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1967 - 1971 British Railways Blue Pre TOPS (eg D1010 series numbers)
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1971 - 1982 British Railways Blue TOPS (class and number system, eg. 47 835)
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1982 - 1994 British Railways Sectorisation
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1995 onwards - Post Privatisation
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Collecting the operating model trains is a fun and enjoyable hobby, so do not feel that you must be bound by any restriction which you wish to ignore.
The era information is merely a guide to allow you to assemble models from the same time period, to form trains which are likely to have been seen together and find coaches and wagons to match your locomotives. If you own or wish to buy a model because you like it, even if it doesn't match with your other models, then you are doing the same as every other model enthusiast does, forming a collection which to you contains attractive and interesting models.
Always remember, it's your railway and you run it the way you like! more.. | | 
more | Peco N Gauge Setrack Geometry Diagram ()
Peco N gauge Setrack geometry diagram.
Shows how the track sections fit together in relation to each other to form circuits. | |
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