The LEGO Trains BookHolger Matthes
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Whether you're a diehard L E G O trains fan or you've been a model railroader since the days of Lionel Trains, you're going to love this complete, illustrated guide to the world of L E G O train building. Sure, the L E G O company has an official line of train models, but official sets can be somewhat limiting-and expensive. Why not build your own, custom creations without the confines of official L E G O sets? You'll begin with a walkthrough of the official L E G O train systems to get the lay of the land and a feel for its characteristic details and styles. Next, you'll learn how to integrate the style of different sets in your own models, and how to combine standard L E G O building styles with advanced aesthetic techniques (like S N O T-studs not on top) to create more realistic models. Author Holger Matthes, a star in the L E G O train community, discusses the model-making process, including how to choose scale, wheels, and motors and how to build flexible track, track layout, and essentials like doors, windows, and track intersections. You'll learn how to:-Decide which scale, tracks, wheels, motors, and other components to use in your models-Design flexible trucks and carriages that can handle tight curves and switches-Handle challenging details like pistons, rods, and covered wheels-Create essential components like windows, intersections, doors, and pantographs-Plan a practical track layout that won't slow down your train-Build stunning recreations of real trains like a British steam locomotive Step-by-step building instructions at the end of the book take you through building models of real trains including the German Inter-City Express ( I C E), Swiss Crocodile, and a historic B10 Steam Engine.
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