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      1. Tutorials

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    2. New Member Introductions

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  3. Swap Meet

    1. TrainBoard Swap Meet

      Be sure to read the rules in this forum before using. This forum will replace our TrainStore feature.
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      Latest: Wanted - Con-Cor Union Pacific M-10000 add-on car RR Enthusiast, Aug 12, 2022 at 1:16 AM
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  4. Weekly and Special Threads

    1. Weekly and Special Threads

      This forum contains all weekly and special threads. Most threads will contain images so be ready to post! Only authorized members are allowed to create new topics in this forum. If you would like to be one of them, please talk to an administrator.
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      Latest: It's Monday, August 8th, 2022: Weekend Modeling Accomplishments Shortround, Aug 11, 2022 at 11:47 PM
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    2. Contest

      This forum hosts TrainBoard sanctioned contests, puzzles and games. Members are encouraged to flex their gamesmanship and problem solving skills here! To submit a new contest idea please contact any of our staff members for review.
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      1. Old Contest Archive

      Latest: February weathering contest entries Pastor John, Oct 14, 2021
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  5. Special Runs

    1. Order From SpecialRuns.com

      SpecialRuns.com offerings

    2. Special Runs Discussions

      Brewing house for special run projects that will be offered on SpecialRuns.com.
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      Latest: Special Run Cars RudolphJ382, Jun 15, 2022
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  6. Today's Railroads

    1. The Ready Track

      This is the catch-all forum for general railroad topics. Note that if a topic is specific to a particular railroad, it should be discussed in that forum (if one is available).
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      1. BNSF Railway

      2. Canadian National Railway Company

      3. Canadian Pacific Railway

      4. CSX Corporation

      5. Kansas City Southern

      6. Norfolk Southern Corporation

      7. Union Pacific Railroad

      8. Long Island Railroad

      9. Class II & Class III Railroads

      10. Narrow Gauge & Tourist Railroads

      11. Passenger Service

      12. International Railways

      Latest: Early Tramroads in the Telford Area (East Shropshire) Roger Farnworth, Aug 11, 2022 at 6:37 PM
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    2. External Feeds

      News and press releases.
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      Latest: Transit Briefs: SunRail, Amtrak, Brightline, CTA, LACMTA, TriMet Marybeth Luczak, Aug 11, 2022 at 10:42 PM
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  7. Fallen Flag Railroads

    1. Fallen Flags

      All fallen flag railroads may be discussed in this forum. Please choose from the list of prefixes when you create a thread to indicate what road your post represents.
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      1. Historical Railroad Videos

      Latest: ATSF #2926 alive again. jonathan cordova, Aug 6, 2022 at 12:29 AM
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  8. Railfanning

    1. Railfan Photos

      This forum is a showcase for railfan photos. Photos may still be posted in other forums if you choose. (Example: If you photograph Union Pacific action, you may post here, or the UP forum.)

      New topics should include photos and other members may offer comments.
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      Latest: Random Railfan Prototype Photos For All Mike VE2TRV, Aug 11, 2022 at 1:12 AM
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    2. Railfanning Discussions

      If railfanning is your passion, this is the place for you.

      Discuss railfanning locations, railfan events, steam engine spotting opportunities, etc. Post information about railroad museums, steam engines on display, tourist railroads, or any event or location of interest to railfans.
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      Latest: Links for the Rail Fan cameras Hardcoaler, Jul 27, 2022
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    3. Photography & Trains

      This forum is for the discussion of photographic techniques and equipment, and relevant computer peripherals and programs.

      Discuss how to create, edit, and display your photos, the type of equipment you use, and how you use your computer peripherals and programs. Share your photographic techniques and tips, and ask for advice and critique of a particular photo.

      Please note: This forum is not for wholesale posting of photos. Do this in the relevant forum.
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      Latest: Reset The Time On Your Camera (U.S.A.) Hardcoaler, Jul 29, 2022
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    4. More Than Trains

      This forum is for pictures and discussion of those aspects of railroads which are, many times, overlooked. Included in this area are infrastructure, people, MOW equipment, and anything else needed to keep the trains running.

      Our purpose, here, is for railfans and photographers (frequently one and the same) to look beyond the trains themselves and take note of the surrounding excitement and beauty. For modelers, this can also be a source for those many details that will bring your layout closer to perfection.
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  9. Model Railroading Forums

    1. The Inspection Pit

      This forum is directed at all model railroaders and contains general topics that relate to model railroading. This is also an open forum for news, model railroad related events, reviews and general information. If you post information about a train show or other event, please check back often to answer any questions that others may have.
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      Latest: Nukes. Nuclear trains in the U.K. An overview of prototypes and models kevsmith, Aug 11, 2022 at 10:09 PM
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    2. 3D Printing & More

      This forum is a place to discuss all aspects of 3D Printing, Laser Etching/Cutting, Craft Cutters, and CNC Machining: technologies that empower model railroaders to obtain the perfect detail item, replacement part, or impossible to find rolling stock. Show off your 3D work, share experiences, ask questions here.
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      Latest: Burlington Northern Trough Train Mr. Trainiac, Aug 12, 2022 at 3:18 AM
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    3. DCC & Electronics

      A forum for DCC, computer running, signalling, animation and electronic issues.
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      DCC & Electronics

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      1. DCC++

      Latest: Inexpensive DCC Physical Wireless Throttle..... sidney, Aug 10, 2022 at 5:07 PM
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    4. Layout Design Discussion

      Discussion on general layout designs for all scales.
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      Latest: i was bored sidney, Aug 12, 2022 at 1:54 AM
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    5. How To

      Model railroading tutorials.
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      Latest: Scratch Build this amazing RR car shop Shortround, Jul 31, 2022
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    6. G Scale and Larger

      Gauge #1 Scale (and larger)
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      Latest: Northeast Ohio National Large Scale Train Show 2nd Annual MrPictovid, Jun 23, 2022
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    7. O Scale

      O Scale (Including all three rail) - 1:48
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      Latest: Where can I find a sensibly priced Lionel engine acptulsa, Jul 31, 2022
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    8. S Scale

      S Scale (Including American Flyer) - 1:64
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    9. HO Scale

      HO Scale - 1:87
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    10. N Scale

      N Scale - 1:160
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      Latest: What was your latest purchase? Keith, Aug 12, 2022 at 5:20 AM
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    11. Z Scale

      Z Scale - 1:220
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      Latest: GN 4-6-2 H4 Build CNE1899, Aug 12, 2022 at 3:14 AM
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    12. T Gauge

      T Gauge - 1:450
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      Latest: Some Tscale models CNE1899, Jul 23, 2022
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    13. Narrow Gauges

      The standard gauge modeling forum for everything narrower than 4' 8½"
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    14. Model Railroad Product News

      The latest from suppliers.
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      Latest: Walthers N Scale Pole Barn and Sheds Kit cfritschle, Aug 10, 2022 at 2:08 PM
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  10. TrainBoard Special Features

    1. Computers & Trains

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      Feel free to post links to your railroad web site in this forum.
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      Latest: SwitchWithIt 1.7.10.18 Update Available ncng, Aug 8, 2022 at 11:44 PM
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  11. The Cattle Car