RMC Perspective
Welcome to RMC Perspective, where we explore the hobby and philospohy of model railroading from a variety of points of view.
November 15, 2022
Honoring Friendships
There are many ways to honor friends and family members who have passed on our layouts, writes Trevor Marshall.
November 15, 2022
Budd Cars and Doodlebugs
No room for a massive, 12-car passenger train on your layout? No problem. Single-unit passenger trains made up of gas-electric cars or Budd Rail Diesel Cars will come to the rescue!
July 15, 2022
Americans Abroad: Export Diesels
Producing models of North American diesels made for the export market would possibly tap a new market and broaden the horizon of the model railroad hobby.
June 5, 2022
Share Your Hobby
Share your interest in the hobby with the next generation, whether it’s through volunteering, hosting open houses, or joining a club.
May 15, 2022
Hobos Make the Scene
Hoboes have been around almost since the railroads were first built and they can add a touch of humanity to our model railroads.
April 20, 2022
Crafting a Brand
Treat your railroad’s name and color scheme as a prototype brand, and you’ll suddenly see your concept come to life right before your eyes.
March 15, 2022
Train Shows Are Back
The beauty of train shows is that they offer model railroaders a chance to find that gem they’ve been seeking for years or connect with old friends.
February 15, 2022
A Plea for Small Steam
Author Miles Callan argues that model manufacturers need to make more small steam locomotives.
January 15, 2022
The Original Hotshots
Long before fast-flying Z trains, the milk train was the original hotshot.
November 15, 2021
The Story of Interchange
How about, instead of using interchange tracks to ship and receive random freight cars, we use them to tell a story?
