HO Scale Model Railroading

Joining the Fast Tracks product lineup of PointForms and other track building tools, the new StockAid stock rail filing tool makes it fast and easy to file the base of the stock rail to accommodate the switch points for all types of track switches.

Using the StockAid tool is simple, just clamp in the stock rail into the tool and file off the base with a standard hand file. The precision milled slots in the tool will hold the rail in precise alignment while the hardened filing face ensures that just the right amount of material is removed from the base of the rail. Remove the rail from the tool and it stock rail is ready to use.

The StockAid tool is made from hardened steel and will last for thousands of uses. It is available for code 40, 55, 70, 83, 100 and 125 rail. A single tool can be used to file stock rails for any type or size of switch.

Priced at $64.95 (USD) each, the StockAid tool can be ordered directly from Fast Tracks at www.fast-tracks.net or by calling their toll free line at 888-252-3895.

InternetTrains.com is having another sale. They have over 500 locomotives and rolling stock on clearance now. Quantities are limited, and they seem to be selling out fast.

The 10% off promotion at InternetTrains.com has been extended until Monday.

This coupon is not valid with any other coupon. Failure to use coupon code CP040208 at checkout will void this offer. Your extra 10% discount will be displayed in the shopping cart after the coupon code is entered. Offer is not valid on orders already placed. Coupon is not valid on phone orders. Coupon is only valid on Woodland Scenic’s and Atlas products starting with prefix WOO- or ATL- , no exceptions please. This coupon expires midnight Monday 4/7/08

Save an additional 10% on all Atlas and Woodland Scenic products at InternetTrains.com until Friday.

“This coupon is not valid with any other coupon. Failure to use coupon code CP040208 at checkout will void this offer. Your extra 10% discount will be displayed in the shopping cart after the coupon code is entered. Offer is not valid on orders already placed. Coupon is not valid on phone orders. Coupon is only valid on Woodland Scenic’s and Atlas products starting with prefix WOO- or ATL- , no exceptions please. This coupon expires at midnight, on Friday, April 4th, 2008.”

The 3rd Annual Collis P. Huntington Model Railroad Show is scheduled for April 11-13, at the Dunbar Parks and Recreation Community Center at 2601 Fairland Ave., in Dunbar, W.Va.

There will be many operating model railroad layouts of all scales, collections of railroad memorabilia and food. In addition, there will be a hands-on Geo trax for children. The event will also feature Thomas the Tank Engine merchandise and collectibles for sale.

Admission is $4 for adults and $1 for children ages 3-12. Show hours are 5-8 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sunday.

Walthers has released a new limited-run of Amtrak Genesis P-42s. Produced exclusively for Walthers by Athearn, the very detailed models wear the latest Amtrak Phase V paint scheme and feature all-new roadnumbers. Other features include a smooth-running mechanism with dual flywheels, great paint and lettering, etched-metal dynamic brake grilles and working knuckle couplers. These locos are perfect for hauling modern Walthers Superliner, Horizon Fleet and Viewliner passenger cars and trains.

Bachmann has released a new 2-8-4 Berkshire locomotive. The locomotive is available in both DCC and non-DCC in the following road names:

• Pere & Marquette
• Chesapeake & Ohio
• Nickel Plate
• Unlettered

Walthers has released a new station kit for its Milwaukee Road Hiawatha trains. The limited-run Milwaukee-Style Station & Train Shed is patterned after the railroad’s hometown depot, and fits most layouts. The kit includes the station with tall clock tower and two train shed sections. The station that insipred this kit was used in passenger operations into the 1960s. It’s $249.98 at Walthers.

InternetTrains.com is offering $3 off your next order of $20 or more if you post an honest review of any product on the site that you currently own. Just post the review and then you will receive your coupon code.