HOW TO MAKE A MODEL RAILROAD MORE REALISTIC from an ENGINEER!

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🕺🏻ABOUT DJ: DJ is a locomotive engineer for CSX Railroad since 1999. He has built dozens of layouts, gave presentations for model railroaders, is a KZbinr, licensed drone pilot, and a great father.

[@MMRails]

Great video DJ! I love when you spill your train knowledge on us. Much appreciated. Not sure how you can work on both a real railroad AND a model railroad. And THEN fly a drone over a railroad and take footage! Dedication.

[@djstrains]

I appreciate that!

[@daleroth236]

I remember when CSX first started with remote units there were several different colored lights above the cab. I saw one of these units being transferred east bound through Akron, Ohio, when I used to railfan. This was around the 1980s.

[@TheLocutus70]

I agree about the graffiti, I can understand not wanting to grime up or put graffiti on your cars, especially the more expensive ones, but it looks more like a real train with graffiti and dirt build up on your cars.

[@ottorosborough7589]

Hey DJ. I hope all is well. Just wanted to let you know how much I enjoy your videos. Like you I’m a n scaler and have been doing n scale for about forty years plus. I have been a model rr for about 55 years. You have great vantage points on your videos and because you are an engineer, you are showing us things that most of us never see so it makes it way more interesting and educational. Working in n scale is more difficult to work with do to its size, so when we are scratch building something we can’t afford to make a mistake because it stands out so much. But when we are done we get to stand back and admire it and show it off. Thank you for all that you do for the hobby and I always look forward to seeing your new video. I have watched most if not all of your videos at least twice usually three times. So keep up the great work, and your railroad looks great. Stay safe out there and happy railroading. Otto

[@djstrains]

Thank you Otto. I agree with what you are saying with scratch building. For me, cutting out n scale window openings is the hardest part. I did see someone try a different approach and maybe I'll be able to do a video on it sometime this year. Thanks for your support, it is truly appreciated.

[@caryhewitt1256]

Your videos are so informing! I enjoy watching and learning from them. Thanks for sharing.

[@djstrains]

I'm so glad! Thanks Cary

[@jeffyoung1349]

Just when I think you can’t get any better, you hit this one out of the park, just got home from work, and now I want to start changing my layout plans. Thank you again for your time and effort to bring us these amazing videos

[@djstrains]

Lol, no layout is ever finished because we always learn something.

[@jeffyoung1349]

@@djstrains I’ve learned the most in the past year from you, I’m grateful once again for the unique perspective and knowledge you share with all of us

[@Clarinetboy82]

While my favorite eras are the early diesel and steam eras of railroading, I love that you show current activity and that you model a more modern era. It helps attract younger people to the craft. I learn new things about modern railroading from many of your videos, thank you! My personal reasons for modeling earlier eras are mostly because of my older relatives telling me what it was like with the steam locos coming into towns where they lived during that era, and them telling me what it was like riding a passenger train. I even had a great great uncle who was a genuine hobo from the pre WWII era.

[@djstrains]

This is a great comment!! Love it and I have always modeled 1980s because my youth memories but dabbled in 1940s after finding books and photos from that time. But currently modeling modern to attract a new audience!

[@SFCRambo60]

I enjoyed the part about the turntable and Roundhouses. Didn't know that they would have 2 in the same yard. I am trying to set up one large round house that's going to hold at least 24 to 28 Locomotives, if nothing else to just to store them. Thanks for the great idea's but now you caused me more work. LOL

[@djstrains]

Hahaha

[@CraftyFoxe]

A lot of great tips and ideas, also love the camera views

[@djstrains]

Thanks! I spend a lot of time editing but I enjoy teaching

[@DavesTrainsAndAutomobiles]

Thanks DJ 😏 I never knew what a distributed power unit was until I saw this video I was going to look it up because everybody Railfaning kept saying that when the middle engine came up... I appreciate you taking the time to show us all your tips and tricks in the real world 👍😎

[@djstrains]

Glad I could help

[@MrEldoradot]

The possibilities for a setup is so cool. Today and yesterday is beautiful! Well done. Very well done. Overwhelming.

[@pademo57]

Although it's now 2024 I'm seeing this for the first time and what a great video. You give great ideas on how to add and improve our model railroads.

[@djstrains]

Glad it was helpful!

[@205004gs]

Awesome! Thanks for the flat yard info, and the slanted buildings are a great space saving must do! Thanks DJ great job as always! 👍✌️

[@djstrains]

Any time!

[@DubaiTrains]

Always great to see through your eyes! Cheers DJ.

[@stoobieman]

Always cool to see the people I watch watch the people I watch

[@djstrains]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@mikehowey4869]

These are all great tips/ ideas we can use.Thanks for sharing!

[@davepiper4537]

Always learn a lot of the little details from your videos. Thanks for the education.

[@eyphur]

I’ve long wondered about the “extra” inner rails on bridges. Thanks for the explanation!

[@djstrains]

Happy to help!

[@62ejo]

Thxs dj I like these kind of videos and understanding how RxR function.....Keep it coming.....

[@djstrains]

More to come!

[@richgreene7043]

DJ, AWESOME video. Educational, interesting and entertaining. Thanks so much for your time and efforts to keep us informed. Looking forward to more videos like this. Rich

[@djstrains]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@CM-ARM]

Thank you yet Dj, really appreciate the ideas and lessons that you give. I'm actually learning 😌. Thanks again, Chris

[@djstrains]

Great to hear!

[@DGModelworks]

Lot's of great information DJ! Thanks for sharing your knowledge

[@djstrains]

Glad to help

[@darthwalls1]

Great video! Love all of the knowledge you share with us. It really helps!

[@djstrains]

Glad to hear it!

[@stoobieman]

Fantastic video. Thanks DJ.

[@djstrains]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@michaelricks1618]

Another great video - full of info with well-paced and easy to understand commentary. Great filming too! Thanks so much for sharing this great series made by a real railroad engineer.

[@1babysag]

Happy New Year! I am away two weeks and come back to find yet another excellent video. I keep learning more and more and more. I did not know that yard tracks were flat and had no elevation and the reasoning was all too clear. Your knowledge of the railroad industry and your willingness to share it make you a jewel in the crown. I really appreciate what you do and how you explain things. It is a real gift.

[@djstrains]

Thank you, my friend

[@pedsp8561]

Thanks D.J., loved the video and loved learning more about the railroad and your job!

[@djstrains]

Thanks as always for your continued support

[@DeathByFishing]

Love the yard operations videos. Thanks for sharing DJ.

[@djstrains]

Glad you like them!

[@georgetompkins5438]

excellent video dj. keep up the fine work

[@djstrains]

Thanks, will do!

[@SD45-ET44AC]

I love your videos especially when you narrate what is not the focus but things that adds authenticity to the layout. Alas I no longer have my own layout as we've downsized from a 5 bedroom house with full basement to a two bedroom single floor condo, but that's just life so I really enjoy your narration. Thanks for sharing!

[@djstrains]

Glad you like them!

[@Eric-sn4qz]

Great vid. Like the different CSX engines you showed.

[@FloodManagementGroup]

Thanks DJ for the lesson

[@moregltfirephotography4857]

This was really good DJ!

[@kraigsickels3918]

DJ ….. I just really enjoy 😊 your drone educational videos 👍👍👍 !!! Each time I watch a new one, I learned something from these 😎 !!

[@YardLimit]

Great ideas, DJ!

[@brettany_renee_blatchley]

*Thank You DJ* 😊❤

[@djstrains]

You're welcome 😊

[@ronduz1281]

Happy holidays DJ. Another great video. Learn a lot from these videos. Keep them coming

[@djstrains]

Thanks, will do!

[@TSmith-ns45]

You’re a great teacher! I have learned so much from your videos. Thank you! Sincerely, when I have my newest layout running (DCC) I hope to join your Patreon channel. It’s not fair to get all this teaching without “paying it forward” for others to learn and enjoy.😊

[@djstrains]

You are so welcome!

[@ChockHolocaust]

Great video. Keep it up!

[@SMichaelDeHart]

Some great modeling tips!!

[@brianrooney2970]

Sweet overview, thanks for the tips, like angling the buildings. Love the info.

[@djstrains]

Glad to help

[@PostmoderneModelWorks]

Great stuff

[@TouchoftheBrushModelWeathering]

Even being a railroader I'm still learning what's out there. Awesome video DJ!

[@traintools585]

Another great video. Some much information and new modeling ideas from you videos.

[@djstrains]

Glad you like them!

[@jeronimomindsweeper1239]

Verrrrrry informative and useful, thanks.

[@djstrains]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@josephbrandtner7713]

Love your videos!

[@djstrains]

Glad you like them! This keeps me going.

[@kyledillard3496]

Very informative, great video!

[@djstrains]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@whew5]

Great video ! Thanks for the info.

[@djstrains]

Thanks for watching!

[@jeffreymcconnell6794]

Excellent video, DJ. Far too many modelers skip the easy details that you’ve pointed out. Keep up the great work. Happy and safe New Year!

[@djstrains]

Thanks, you too!

[@rickycaridi9761]

Excellent points that. I have never Even thought of. I am now going to subscribe to your channel and I thought that this was very informative and it makes things so much better as far as reality on my way out

[@gregbowen617]

Great video DJ! A really good insight into what happens on the prototype, including the little details in the yard. Excellent stuff! Cheers from Melbourne Australia 🇦🇺!

[@djstrains]

Thanks! 👍 I love that you still watch my videos from so far away!

[@natgass8102]

very interesting thanks

[@onesandzeros]

Happy new year DJ!

[@djstrains]

Happy new year!!

[@dwighthitchens9838]

Very cool. I learned a lot from this video. Thanks

[@djstrains]

Glad it was helpful!

[@JoeyBPhotography]

Great video, lots of good tips! I'm glad you mentioned the older equipment info. I love my older equipment, but my next model railroad is a more modern era, so I'm thinking about modeling a small railroad museum just to show a few of them off

[@djstrains]

Right on!

[@alankjkj1]

I have to say that this was one of the best videos I’ve seen. The fact that you used a drone made it more special for me thanks.

[@djstrains]

Glad you enjoyed it! I have been using the drone for 3 years now so please check out some of my videos for more ideas. They are categorized also in my PLAYLISTS for easier navigation. Thanks!

[@petestephen4922]

Thanks for the great video DJ. My HO layout models the Norfolk Southern in North Carolina. So I get to model the North Carolina Transportation Museum, its roundhouse and turntable all all the great E Units (and occasional steam) that they have there. I really enjoy your videos.

[@djstrains]

E units are awesome

[@sphillips71]

Fantastic reference video.

[@djstrains]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sofreak6]

Building an ho scale railroad with an emphasis on detail

[@billbeverly2864]

Loved this one, would liked to see more about switching and switching at a customer.

[@IMRROcom]

On the bridge I'm surprised you did not call out the 2 concrete Pillows that protect the bridge pier. Just looking at that I'm betting they had a derailment at that point one time and went full on fix it.

[@djstrains]

Thats a great observation. I had heard rumor they were going to raise the bridge to allow our double stacks, but then decided to lower our main by 4'.

[@pauljacobsen9002]

Great!

[@spencerbass7142]

Great video.

[@djstrains]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@joeraderblackrockcentralrr]

cool video. thanks

[@djstrains]

Glad you liked it!

[@chadgeorge6770]

I live in Cumberland Maryland. A lot of railroad history in the mountains here. DJ great videos my friend.

[@djstrains]

Glad you enjoyed

[@edmiller9453]

Fabulous! It points up the role of history in prototyping. For example, until the late 1700s, moreso I. The 1800s, roads typically followed existing paths, like migratory paths, rivers, natural topography... And buildings faced those paths or other topography. Early buildings and railroads, then, replaced those paths. Later, we started aligning everything by compass settings, grading became cheaper and easier, and we changed the landscape to fit rather than building alignment to fit the landscape.

[@djstrains]

well said!!!

[@KutWrite]

It's so pleasant to hear your voice and watch your videos. Thanks for posting. I especially enjoy seeing Connellsville and its changes. They were just introducing remote operation when I left. Funny that the unused operators' tower is still there. From your video, I think one is gone, though. So they have a crew change shack now? The crews used to come to the yard office when I was a VI Control Operator. I think some used lockers in the carmen's building and even slept there if they needed a nap while waiting. You probably came by there while I worked that position from 2006 - 2008 'til the Big Furlough. I was third shift except while trained by Phyllis. Remember her? Remember Debbie the clerk? As to the disassembled steam engine, I remember one at a facility near Glenwood. I believe it was being restored. I wonder if the one in this video is the same one. Practice Safe CSX!

[@djstrains]

I didn't get qualified from connellsville to sinns until 2007 and never went up to the VI tower, just talked to them on the radio. That is the same steam engine.

[@KutWrite]

@@djstrains Thanks DJ. I always appreciate your taking the time to answer.

[@dwm53w1k6]

So . . . . add yellow strobe light to remote control engines

[@spencerbass7142]

I always wondered what was the purpose of the rails in the middle of the track. I did notice them a lot on bridges. Thanks.

[@markjolyn94]

Great video DJ!! I model late 60's to mid to late 70's. But such great info. Don't know your route,but do you ever go down to Georgia?

[@djstrains]

No, I am in western Pennsylvania. I did vacation in Savannah and rode a steam engine there. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qXKQZ4mJeLWJqaM

[@georgehasler142]

As a ex member of the Pasadena model club all my engines were csx

[@THatMex1CaNGuY]

I like watching your videos so I can probably model CSX on this simulator I play called Run8 V3!

[@djstrains]

Awesome!

[@railfanningpoints2.045]

142,800 total YT competitive railfanning foamer points awarded 👍 Key bonus foamer points: Total stealth railfanning drone shots 12,000. A perky pair of Double Ds lol (DPUs) 17,600. Videoing crews lol 3,000. Conductors doing the job of licensed engineers (corporate greed capture bonus - maximize profits over safe operations - single person yard crews) 6,000. Rebuilding steam locomotive capture 50,000. Total graffiti 1,000.

[@djstrains]

hahaha

[@bob_._.]

At 3:00 there's an old set of points on the righthand track above the bridge.

[@djstrains]

no, that is a dispatcher controlled, powered, split rail derail to prevent cars rolling out to the mainline. When the dispatcher lines us in or out of the yard track, it lines "normal". When no movements are lined by dispatcher, it is lined to derail a car away from the main.

[@chadportenga7858]

Lots of great ideas! In that first clip with the siding under the RR bridge, is that a derailer I see just before the siding merges back into the main?

[@djstrains]

Yes, it is! Most of our power switches also are linked to a split rail derail which prevents a run away car from entering our mainlines.

[@mpetersen6]

I've seen the display engine done before. The guide or safety rails sould be done if attempting to be prototypical where required. In regards to yard track not being up to the standard of branch much less mainline standards there was a video on KZbin that featured some truely atrociously bad yard track that was intentionally hand laid that way. The buildings at angles to the right of way may be due to rail access that used to be there. Sharp radius turnouts and track suitable for older 40ft freight cars and a small yard switcher. The pools at around 4:50 to the right are a waste water treatment facility.

[@ProScaleModels]

Hola DJ - hey I'm from Pittsburgh!! Great vid and it was neat to see PGH in the back at the beginning. I do have a question tho - at the 10:17 mark behind the engine there are yellow ties - why are they painted yellow. I hope I didn't repeat this question, couldn't find if anyone else asked. Thanks and keep up the awesome work.

[@djstrains]

Yellow ties mark clearance points so cars don't sideswipe other cars. Also prevents us from fouling the circuit for the powered crossovers you see here. WATCH THIS ALSO: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aaPZeJtnprd7nKM

[@andrewpalm2103]

Interesting having guard rails on the track below a bridge. It also looks like there are concrete structures on either side of the steel pier just to the right of the track. I wonder if they are additional derailment protection.

[@djstrains]

I think that may be true, but wasn't certain because they also lowered the track years ago for double stacks.

[@shawnpowell5876]

Awesome video DJ and your informative commentary puts things you explain in a better perspective. Glad you mentioned abt the air compressor and the dumpster within the railyard bcuz I took notes to order those items for mine. Question for you. Why do coal trains use 3 digit locomotives and the other manifest trains use 4 digit locomotives?

[@djstrains]

I have answered this twice already on your other comments. That is not true. Its only about select engines have DP capability. If a train doesn't need DP, then its gonna get a non DP capable engine.

[@shawnpowell5876]

@@djstrains sorry DJ I didn't get a notification that you responded back. My bad and understand why they do that now. Appreciate it my friend.

[@kevinguthrie5495]

Another great video DJ! Wondering if you know what the stop sign is for next to the Pittsburgh & Ohio Central bridge pier. I can't make out what it says but it appears to be directed down the track instead of down a road.

[@djstrains]

STOP DISMOUNT CLOSE CLEARANCE

[@djstrains]

KZbin loses some quality when uploading

[@yootoob7048]

Good Stuff, DJ. At 3:53 on the right track (with the guide rails) just past the brick building there seems to be the remnants of an old turnout going off to the right. Any ideas about what that is? Also, at 10:05, what is the significance of the yellow ties?

[@djstrains]

yellow tie: clearance points. In yards, it protects cars side swiping cars on adjacent tracks. Here, it prevents us from fouling the circuit for the power operated crossovers. The switch at the far end is power operated (dispatcher controlled) split rail derail. It prevents runaway cars from entering the mainline.

[@steelcityrailfan4808]

Great video as always DJ! I was down at Amity street in Homestead the other day and on the CSX side of the station a red crane truck get stuck under the crossing gate and was very close to being hit by the train. Was wondering how often does that happen there?

[@djstrains]

more often than you'd think

[@steelcityrailfan4808]

Yeah I’d assume so. I’ve only been down to the Waterfront 2 times so wasn’t to sure.

[@christophercarran4164]

Does the conductor/RCO work alone? I used to be an RCO in New Zealand prior to joining the dark side and we could never work alone, let alone drive a van with the pack on. Even if we checked our route or "backshunt" we had to be at or near the head of the movement and the second person did the cuts, points and catches most of the time. Even the compressed air is new to me as we have to dump all air if leaving rakes unattended. I love watching your videos, it shows how the same job can differ so much all over the world! Happy New Year from Palmerston North, NZ 🇳🇿

[@djstrains]

sadly, the company feels that 1 man crews are the way to go, and our Union is worthless.

[@christophercarran4164]

Oh boy, no good. Although we do run mainline trains with just the LE and sometimes a second person on local jobs, I spose you guys are still 2 up at this point?

[@djstrains]

@@christophercarran4164 hanging on with 2 on road trains and locals, for now. No contract in 2 years already

[@zingerflippinz2066]

Do you know if there is a list of train shows in PA? I just watched the N scale one in Altoona from 3 years ago. I've been to the Monroeville 2 years ago but I have no idea where to look for others.

[@djstrains]

greenburg train show website.

[@steelcityrailfan4808]

Hi DJ, I thinking about modeling the Union Railroad North Bessemer Yard in Penn Hills in the future and one of the abandoned buildings is made of brick. Is it possible to make the stirene to look like bricks?

[@djstrains]

I sell brick sheet in all scales. what scale are you modeling?

[@steelcityrailfan4808]

HO

[@budgetwebsiteservice]

Hey DJ, @10:10 what do the yellow ties denote?? Because they're not near a switch as a clearance marker, so what else are they used for??

[@djstrains]

They are a clearance point for the power operated crossover there. Its a circuit, and we have to be behind the yellow tie for them to operate.

[@paulsnickles2420]

👍👍

[@622wesc]

Did you influence (It's my railroad)? With the steam engine thing?

[@djstrains]

I actually dont get around to watching much model railroad related stuff on KZbin.

[@denveroutlaws06]

When will do the next Q&A?

[@djstrains]

Not sure. Sometimes my videos are based around a question I get. If you have a bunch of questions we can connect through patreon and do a zoom chat

[@glencalvert9510]

When doing model railroading these are all great little details that you see things but may wonder why (why is the yard flat, why were those buildings at an angle, why does that one piece of track have the extra rails). This is great information. Also interesting that CSX is now using DP at the end of the train. I saw BNSF and UP do that a lot (watching virtual rail cams), but all the CSX I have seen where I live are still running DP around the middle of the train and nothing on the end. I expect that will eventually change. Since I am using KATO track in my yard, but I am going to find a way to bring the height up around it now to make it more prototypical. Thanks for the great video.

[@djstrains]

fill in between the unit rack with sculptamold

[@KevinSquire]

The dollar store foam board sheets are great for filling in between Kato tracks. It does not bring it ALL the way up (so you probably still gonna want a little bit of sculptamold or such), but is great filler and costs "nothing". NOTE: remove the paper part first, at least that is what I have done. and the dollar store "ReadiBoard" brand peels off really easy.

[@budgetwebsiteservice]

I use thin balsa wood sheets & then cover the gaps & balsa sheets with tile grout to give it some texture like compacted earth...

[@stanleyromanowski9816]

Wondered what became of B&LE 643!

[@djstrains]

It is still waiting on the age of steam to get it. Sigh

[@ScottJohnson4449]

This is a really nice video. I use an ancient SP boxcar for storage at my Oregon Cascades CJ sawmill. Check it out!

[@djstrains]

I might eventually do a video on that subject because it is common. Sadly I didnt capture the boxcars parked permanently at the mill buildings at an angle. Next time.

[@ScottJohnson4449]

@@djstrains Yeah, it's the little details, I think, that propel layouts to the next level. I graffitied a tunnel entrance with me and my wifes' initials ,and the year we met. Up in Portland, on the SP/UP just before the Steel Bridge, there was a permanently parked generator car that was actually painted to match the building! what a cool detail to model.

[@rc9597]

Hey dj! Hope your doing well. Are you also able to put trees near railroad crossings? I heard a lot of people are saying that crossings are supposed to be clear at a certain point so commuters can see where the train is coming

[@djstrains]

Good point, but I never seen it in writing, but makes sense. However our whole branch line is so overgrown its ridiculous.

[@mpetersen6]

The same thing actually applies to street intersections. Not that I see it enforced much. Plus on a railroad right of way how much of an easement does the railroad own on each side of the right of way. That by itself should allow clear sight lines.

[@BlueXReflex]

Never knew until this video that there are unmanned or remote controlled trains. When did they start to use those and do you guys like using them?

[@djstrains]

its been around for a long time, especially out west, but in MY area, only the past few years, and it is more time consuming with building trains and yarding trains than worth the effort. On straight through trains, yes, but horrible for short runs with yard work. Also killed so many manned helper jobs.

[@chadportenga7858]

@@djstrains I'll bet the conductor or engineer of the infamous 8888 wishes he had one of those at the time!

[@hal8517]

What do the yellow ties at the end of the video mean?

[@djstrains]

clearance points. In yards, it protects cars side swiping cars on adjacent tracks. Here, it prevents us from fouling the circuit for the power operated crossovers.

[@ScottJohnson4449]

One thing to add -PortaPotties!!!!

[@djstrains]

Luckily we have bathrooms in yard offices and in engines.

[@trs-no8lm]

What all do you have to do to set up locomotives with dpus?

[@djstrains]

It takes about 15 to 20 minutes to set up the rear unit first. Then another ten minutes to set up the lead. So many system checks. It’s a real pain to do to be honest.

[@trs-no8lm]

@@djstrains that be a good video

[@kents.2866]

It's amazing how little crew are needed compared to even the 1980s.

[@djstrains]

The unmanned helpers was a huge blow to our morale and manpower.

[@kents.2866]

@@djstrains that's upsetting to hear but not surprising.

[@cdavid8139]

Many short line operations run some trains with one man in the cab and one man driving a truck and chasing the train. Works really well. That crewman can flag crossings, watch roll-byes for problematic equipment, line switches and meet with customers before the train arrives to switch them. Many of us feel that with PTC....even the Class I roads may end up with one person in the cab running certain over-the-road trains. Lots would have to happen with unions and the government for that to become widely used. (My opinion. I could be full of it)

[@Steelerfan820]

Wish i'd known you were here I would've bought ya breakfast

[@Steelerfan820]

Ps that steam locos' been hanging there for at least a few years i believe it ia a 2-8-4

[@djstrains]

@@Steelerfan820 It is actually been there for over 30 years. My friend Glenn finally sold it in 2019 but covid has stalled the move. I have lots of video, but out of courtesy, will not show it all until AFTER age of steam finishes their video on the move and restoration.

[@Steelerfan820]

@@djstrains i cant wait to see it

[@jh4009]

Would csx look better If at least 30 of the locomotives are in chessie system paint

[@djstrains]

YES!!!!!!

[@joedelusso1415]

I have a question that's been bugging me about remote controlled locomotives...When the conductor is on the ground controlling his train,will the locomotives being controlled automatically shut down if they go too far from him???( Like out of range of the control pack)

[@djstrains]

yes. There are "hockey pucks" on the yard lead that the RC unit works within its limits.