LEGO® Railroads

LEGO trains have thrilled kids for over 50 years, and many adults are now rediscovering their old kits. This book introduces basic LEGO construction techniques and shows you how to combine legacy models with the latest LEGO technology to create fascinating, detailed models.

Holger Matthes describes the basics of an innovative approach to LEGO and also describes the limits of the LEGO train system. Matthes goes into detail on how to create realistic models of well-known engine and wagon types and their corresponding track sets.

This is a practical reference book for your own creative experiments and is sure to increase your LEGO fun factor. All illustrations are in color and there plenty of construction plans for you to follow and develop on your own.

Topics include:

• Detailed descriptions of the various LEGO train kit generations, with information on which kits can be combined
• Tips and tricks for advanced construction techniques
• System compatibility
• Ideas to get you started making your own designs
• Tips on how to make other model trains more realistic
• Color illustrations of finished models
• Color construction plans