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Cause Of Model Train Derailment Identified

Derailments and accidents can happen frequently with model train layouts for any number of reasons. Regardless of how good the trackwork is on your model train layout – derailments still happen.

Sometimes model train derailments are caused by a super-light flatcar being shoved behind a heavy boxcar, or a hopper with out-of-gauge wheelsets somewhere waiting to pick a switchpoint or be forced off the track. S-curves on model train layouts can also prove a hazard for passenger cars.

For helpful tips and ideas on how to avoid derailments and fix other model railroading problems have a look at http://www.model-train-help.com.

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