April 2026 Trackside Model Railroading Digital Magazine

In this Month's Issue

Burlington Northern Railroad in HO and N
Step into the world of one of America's greatest railroads with this stunning visual journey of over 30 breathtaking images of the Burlington Northern Railroad brought to life on multiple model railroad layouts. From the iconic Cascade Green locomotives that defined an era to the powerful SD40-2s, GP50s, and GE locomotives that ruled the rails, this feature celebrates the BN's rich legacy. Whether you're a fan of freelanced or prototypical modeling, you'll appreciate the details that went into these layouts to preserve BN history—from the 1970 merger that created the largest U.S. railroad to early post-BNSF merger years when classic BN power still roamed the rails as part of the new BNSF. Every Burlington Northern enthusiast and modeler will want to see how these layouts capture the spirit of the BN in HO and N scales.

Grade Crossing Options
See examples of different methods of modeling grade crossings. The examples are in different scales and eras.

Custom Propane Tanks for a Propane Dealership
Scratch-build propane tanks to make your own dealership or spread them around on your layout. We show you each step with photos to make the project easy. It will require a few tools and fine motor skills.