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Main Supplies for Model Trains

For many people their first model railroading experience begins with a circle or oval on just a piece of plywood. It tends to be very basic with no extras such as buildings, scenery or landscaping.
Before long the desire to add more accessories to make a more realistic model can turn this into an ongoing project that can grow in intensity.
Everyone will have their own favorite accessories and layout but there are 5 items that are a must to add realism and interest to your railroad model.
1. Train Station
The train station will probably be one of the first buildings added. It's the focal point for starting and ending and the town can be built around it.
2. Lighting
There are many forms of lighting for railroads. There can be background lighting to give a backdrop a degree of realism or street lights to add to the ambiance of a city. These may be strictly for decoration, or they may actually light up at night to give the streets a realistic glow.
3. Train Cars
The locomotive will be your main rail car for your model train set but there are many other types of railcars that you will have to choose from as well.
4. Figures such as People and Animals
A city or railyard isn't complete without people as part of the design. And if your layout travels through mountains or countryside, animals add a touch of realism to the design.
5. Landscaping
You have unlimited choices for landscaping. Just use your imagination to add trees and grass or water. But if you'd like to be a little more creative you can add tunnels or hills and valleys for your train to roam through.

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