How To Avoid Model Train Derailments?

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August 13, 2012

Make no mistake about it; model train derailments can sometimes go really bad and several months’ of your hard work can go down the drain if some basics have not followed. Operational error and the failure to follow basic instructions are two common reasons for model train derailments but sometimes, cleaning up the mess can be fatal and plenty of money should be spent on repairing. Make sure that you slow down your train gradually and bring it to complete stop before shifting tracks. It is also a great idea to have periodic inspections done on the rails.