Realistic Operations - Local Freight & Switching Industry in HO Scale

[@MattsTrainsTractors]

Talk about some realistic operations - the layout doesn’t have one “artificial” looking angle, and the added crew talk sounds so cool! Loving it

[@axeman0073]

I agree, awesome for a train layout operations... Imagine the railways blocking a crossing for 2hrs today for a shunt???? Railway crew would be shot and strung up!!

[@kishascape]

@@axeman0073 nah that happens regularly in some industrial areas.

[@JeffreyBarkdull]

What's an “artificial” looking angle?

[@MattsTrainsTractors]

@@JeffreyBarkdull artificial meaning an angle that would immediately give it away that the trains are a model. The angles in this video are very well thought out to make the whole scene look real.

[@blatendcrude7570]

Yes, and also the low speed of the trains. The chatter is great...! (And the graffitti !!)

[@1940limited]

I'm speechless at the level of detail, videography and sound effects used here. It's amazing how talented so many of the model railroaders are out there. Thanks for your positive contribution to the hobby.

[@CadeTrigon]

I find it hilarious that at 24 I'm getting back into model trains after loving them when I was a little kid.

[@joeydoherty368]

Nothing strange about it. I’m 24 and a train lover as well just starting on a layout of sorts, though it will never be remotely as elaborate as this. I just like a few trains running around on the room floor. Lol if anything we’re too young. When I’m in the train stores it’s mostly old men in there.

[@carebloodlaevathein6732]

Absolutely nothing hilarious about it, man. I'm 22 and I'm still trying to make room in my house so I can finally set up the 3m×1.5m plate, that my grandpa gave me when I was 8. And I'm still always hunkered down in the H0-Scale train rooms of both my cousin and my grandpa most of the time whenever my fam's visiting them~

[@Kukenheimer35]

I’m 26 and doing the exact same thing! It’s a fun hobby for sure.

[@kleenkarzautodetailingllc3733]

@@Kukenheimer35 25 and 26 lol try being 50 and just now wanting to get into it for the first time lol.... I've literally spent close to $1800 TO GET STARTED on the Garden layout that I'm building, and I don't have a freaking CLUE!!!! I have rc excavators-dozers-loaders-tower cranes-dump trucks-load outs-cranes-4 slot car tracks-a 40' slot car drag track-buildings-houses-restaurants-Replica of Bristol Motor Speedway and so much more.... My cousin and I have wanted to do something like this for 35 years back when we were kids. Life took over.... getting married, kids, buying houses and we didn't have the extra money... 35 years later I have no debt of any kind, and I own a successful Mobile Detailing and Commercial Pressure Washing Business so I'm making a cool place at my house to hang out and relive my youth....

[@somerandomdude8024]

The most realistic model railroad and operations I have ever seen on here. Love how you explained what's going on. And the realistic sounds you added to the video tops it. Awesome video!

[@Lakeside1943]

This is real railroading ! Everything perfect : scenery, details, operating speed, weathering, even the viewing angles , camerawork and editing ! My respect !

[@disturbed1954]

Thanks Josh for another operations video on this amazing layout, the crew talk and the cars groaning after they have been setting awhile is so real its unbelievable. Can't wait to see what Santa brings you!

[@nsmodeler24]

Thanks David! Hope you are doing well! - Josh

[@generalmoonstone]

This is an absolutley fantastic display. From the radio chatter, to the realistic engine sounds, to the scenery. The music is a nice touch as well. Very good job.

[@nsmodeler24]

Thank you! - Josh

[@BarRJRanch58]

Exceptional production and soundtrack! Well done! Give us more!

[@GMTX-kg8ep]

The fabulous Josh dude is back at it again!!!! Watching this layout NEVER gets old!

[@elijahmaiden5637]

I love how he makes operations for the trains makes the layout feel more alive

[@amessman]

All your locomotives are beautifully detailed!

[@nsmodeler24]

Thanks Adam!

[@jamesscofield6308]

Excellant scenery and modeling. Camera placement is superb! As a modeler and prototype railman and as a retired professional TV videographer your videos give the viewer a true railman experience. Well Done!!

[@petersampson4635]

The way this video looks, you make it almost like we are watching a small scale model railway 🛤. You even get the people in cars to stop where they are on the road until you have finished filming so it looks like a model railway. Very considerate of them. A brilliant video! Thanks for posting 📫!!!👍👍👍😄

[@Whites-Creek-Railroad]

Thanks for the videos! I’m currently finishing the track laying on my new 13x19 layout and am gathering a wealth of scenery ideas. Thanks!

[@nsmodeler24]

Thanks Chris. Good luck on the new layout!

[@TheDalhuck]

I forgot I was watching a model railroad, keep up the good work!

[@tommythomason6187]

Haven't seen one of your NS vids in a while, but yours might be the very best model railroad I've seen on You Tube - and I love them all. The sound effects of the thundering prime movers and the creaking of slowly moving cars, are incredible. Great camera angles and clear narration, which helps someone, like me, with hearing loss.

[@dougvalmore7389]

Very realistic video, not only from beautiful modelling & real train sound effects (instead of tinny on-board sound), but from "eye level" point of view camera (with no shooting "off set"). This is not easy to do & is well presented here. Only improvement would be greater depth of field (foreground objects are often not in sharp focus). This is done with lens choice & aperture - also very hard to do with video... But well done!

[@ratdog3055]

One of the best HO videos I have seen!

[@dshack4689]

Beautifully realistic, and I love the additional audio elements to finish it off. Wow some freight cars even had graffiti - I hadn't considered that as something that would ever enhance a video but it works! Amazing work.

[@warrenholmar1129]

He does have videos showing how he added it.

[@happyjack880]

If I had this setup I'd never get anything else done! It makes Microsoft Train Simulator look like a coloring book. Nicely done!

[@titusrider7948]

Extraordinary layout, details and realistic features. Your videography, POV, Point Of View and story line are outstanding too! Loved your framing and depth-of-field choices.

[@Bruno.Trains]

One of the most realistic layout i ever seen, i love it, thanks for sharing !

[@markhayes6407]

The added sounds of the real railroading a great touch. Nice video of switching and operations.

[@haroldalexis4200]

That it is, very realistic! Even the sound of the freight cars making that beautiful metal wheels sound on the rails super awesome !👌👍😀

[@DrAlex-ly3kz]

The detail on the trains is just utterly exquisite.

[@bobbarron1920]

Wow! The realism of the paint and the weathering on the rolling stock is outstanding. I was drooling over that Union Pacific locomotive. Awesome.

[@matth5241]

Wonderful video with great scenery and sound about how trains actually work! Tremendously helpful for the design of my layout plan. This type of content is difficult to find (at least for me. :)).

[@bryanmeyer-cunningham3171]

I remember when I went to the train yard and watched the trains go by and then wonder "what's that tall boxcar thing without doors?" and you finally gave me a answer "WOODCHIP FREIGHT CARS"

[@capt3662]

Thanks for sharing this great video!

[@evan0_03]

This is the best layout I have seen!

[@jeremycross8598]

Ohhh would it be so awesome to get a series like this video covering every train/job on the layout!

[@nsmodeler24]

I already have one going! Check it out: kzbin.info/aero/PLEw5-xPrwEBdKBCpHeeUGFVHn44indeCY

[@laxk3107]

AM I THE ONLY TEEN THAY LOVES THIS HOBBY, I AM MAKING MY OWN LAYOUT NOW!

[@lottaaction8072]

So well done. I am mesmerized.

[@wolfgang548]

Great video. I like the added prototype sounds and radio crew communications.

[@NiranjanDecember]

First and foremost, love the camera angles. It makes it even more lifelike to the already realistic model. Simply awesome work.

[@timothymclaughlin6860]

All I can say is Wow! Really really impressive stuff . Sound affects , totally real operations with an awesome narration of what is going on . Well done and thanks !

[@THE_IRON_HORSE]

Although seeing this layout for years it still amazing the work weather ext you put on to .make this incredible scenery in layout also love those UP consist on the NS

[@hakeimsimmons6309]

The Asheville district layout is pretty cool I think he did a good job I like the papermill operation I thought that one would be. Cool even the amtrak

[@jonathansabatino3987]

This may be the finest piece of model railroading video ever produced!

[@nsmodeler24]

Thanks Jonathan! That definitely means a lot. More to come!! - Josh

[@pinball1968]

Is this real? Is this a model? Sometimes, you really cannot tell. Such an amazingly detailed layout and equipment! Well done!

[@garyfaison3924]

Man I would love to see more of these I love how it explains how it works especially with the radio and sounds etc

[@jerrysmith1929]

Outstanding modeling; astounding photography!

[@nsmodeler24]

Thanks Jerry!

[@R4baDader]

dude, this one of the best insights ive ever seen into how freight roads actually operate. incredible stuff dude!

[@cdavid8139]

Very nice. Having dealt with the 1:1 gauge my entire working career I congratulate you guys

[@nsmodeler24]

Thanks David. Appreciate the kind words!

[@cdavid8139]

@@nsmodeler24 Except that your trackwork is far better than anything we switched on inside the mill....I felt right at home

[@jessicamitchell2437]

Iv been a conductor now 10 years total. 7 with NS, and 3 with CN. This is highly accurate lol

[@LyfovRyan51]

A good video. So realistic, I like the lighting effects.

[@GevoJoe]

The realism on this layout is insane.

[@MLWQC]

Your video quality and camera angle, and the weathering, scenery and layout is excellent. Explanation of operation is great as well. I have book mark this video. Well done

[@peterkravsky8893]

This was fantastic. I am so impressed.

[@pacificparts]

Fantastic lens work and audio mix. bonus points with the radio comms. Bravo!

[@nsmodeler24]

Thanks Jim. Really appreciate the kind words. - Josh

[@beerlinemodeler]

Great video as always. I like how you keep your camera angles more oriented to ground level. And the layout and modeling are top notch as well.

[@surreygav2353]

Fantastic layout, enjoyed watching, thanks

[@robmaciver5093]

Amazing layout, perfect operations! Thanks so much!

[@rat-matt-miniatures8705]

Always such well done videos. Really enjoy watching them as such a pleasure.

[@nsmodeler24]

Thanks! - Josh

[@jimkammerer8028]

Just enjoyed seeing your video ANY ONE WILL ADMIT YOUR LAYOUT IS AWESOME AND JUST DONE VERY GOOD THIS HAS A LOT TO DO WITH YOU AND YOUR FATHER YOU WILL LOOK BACK AT THIS TIME WITH THIS AND IT WILL BE AN INTERESTING TIME WITH YOUR FAMILY I APPRECIATE YOU AND YOUR TIME THANK YOU FOR SHARING THIS WITH YOUR SUBSCRIBERS VERY INTERESTING AND IMPRESSIVE THANK YOU AGAIN FOR YOUR VIDEO. JIM KAMMERER OF PHILADELPHIA PA NORFOLK SOUTHERN RULES..

[@valchavez9163]

I rather watch switching operations than watching trains go by....Great video Josh.....!

[@jeffreyyeater1780]

Stunning.

[@scottkew6278]

Love the photo backdrops....too cool.

[@warwickroadmodelrailway]

Thanks for sharing. From the UK and very new to the American Railroad scene. Great to see how operations are conducted, really interesting.

[@beach_bubba]

This is awesome. It’s about as realistic as you can get. Kudos on the minute details

[@jc_mac712]

Great video, look forward to the next. Really enjoy running locals and switching

[@thomasnativo6491]

I like this Realistic layout and Back round noises with Norfolk Southern

[@thomasnativo6491]

How did you do Back round noises with The Locomotives and Freight cars themselves music sounds awesome

[@truthsayers8725]

absolutely amazing. there must be $15k wrapped up in just what we saw there (including the locos sitting in the yard) based on a quick estimate at what rolling stock and locomotive cost now-days. never mind the track, turnouts, scenery etc... very good job all the way around!

[@tomclark4654]

Yes, but it's been 14 years in the making!

[@spiderkidLarry]

Awesome layout and love the realism look on the train and locos. Great job!!

[@mikepringle5523]

Effective commentary & presentation-a most enjoyable watch.

[@nsmodeler24]

Thanks Mike. - Josh

[@danielmarra2237]

Great realistic weathering! Fantastic layout!

[@maybesomeday2596]

I love that you subtly weather even the underframe of the locos…not many modelers take it that far but it really makes a difference with those low camera angles; very nice. One small nit-pick: that crew would likely cut the crossing to keep the road open. In rural, mountainous areas there’s probably not a parallel route anywhere close that traffic could use to go around and the 15-20 minutes they tied up the crossing would pose a threat to local emergency response.

[@nsmodeler24]

Hey Chris, Thanks! They definitely would! I just didn't include it in the video. Good catch. - Josh

[@josephmehrtens1659]

I enjoyed watching this video the model layout and trains have very very nice detail sound effects were awesome enjoyed watching it keep up the good work

[@richarddrum9970]

Great video, I especially like the realistic slow speeds in the yard scenes. Nice layout. Thanks

[@Daniellopez-tx5xq]

Wow this train layout is mind-blowing it looks Very realistic I love the clanking sounds that the train makes as it pases by

[@bernardcarman]

Great modeling, perfect weathering, great sound coordination.

[@jimmybx0072]

I appreciate so much the production quality of these videos. Hands down best vids out there! Thank you!

[@TheMCClellanSpotter]

Loved the video I love doing switching and local runs on my N scale layout! And I loved that UP consist with 1989 leading

[@RFMCabooseNP1713]

Amazing video. It looks like the real thing. Keep up the great work.

[@owenthetrainman7219]

You do an amazing job. Love that open door on 7148

[@michaelsmodelrailroading7665]

I missed the open door on NS 7148, but I did catch an open bifold door on UP 7348, the 3rd unit on the arriving through freight. The prime mover is visible inside, a nifty bit of modelling. Open doors are sometimes seen on prototype power.

[@nsmodeler24]

Thanks!

[@valchavez9163]

Loved that Rio Grande horn..also u did a nice weathering job on the UPac6000...

[@jerrykinnin7941]

Very nice. I'm an intermodal trucker So I'm familiar with the railroad lingo. There is a Spur line down in KY on the river. They have 2 chemical plants a powerplant 2 steel Mills several gas plants (argon hydrogen oxygen etc)a gypsum board plant. And a finish slit steel picking plant. A byproduct of coal fired power plants is synthetic gypsum. The smoke scrubbers make it. Fly ash is also made they use that in concrete mix.

[@smcnish1droid]

The weathering is amazing, what a great layout. Enjoyed this video!

[@andrewpalm2103]

I always enjoy industry switching action in the prototype or model. Thanks!

[@Salty_reviews]

Truly remarkable, I'm always blown away by your vids and layout.

[@DrDLightful]

The union pacific Dash 9 with the service doors ripped open is quite accurate.

[@timbober1]

Nice weathering on the locos and the rolling stock. Thank you for the great content. I know you are busy. stay healthy. Happy Holidays.

[@nsmodeler24]

Thanks! Same to you and Merry Christmas!

[@jimaz6532]

Nicely done. Well scripted, great camera angles, providing some realistic settings and the train speed for this op session was spot on. The audio effects really make this video highly enjoyable. Great thanks. 🚂

[@Sara_PY]

I'm late to comment party for this video, but not to your videos, Josh. I've been following your layout for some time. I want to complement you on your storytelling, amazing videography, choice of background music, and the pace of your video. Then there is your layout. Superb! The scenery is gorgeous, so well done, the rolling stock and engines are realistic (better than that word describes), and the layout itself runs SO smoothly (trackwork!). Chapeau!!

[@BrickfordCityFire]

Fantastic looking layout! pretty cool video too!

[@MesquiteBelt]

Great explanations of daily locals! Can’t wait to visit y’all one day!

[@naffox4259]

Beautiful glad I found the channel!

[@hobbyhermit66]

There's a NS yard behind my workplace. Pretty kool. I've seen a few of their GE units in a grey-green primer. There used to be a hi-hood EMD unit they used for yard work. I think it was an SD-40 with 2-axle trucks. Odd locomotive for sure. Haven't seen it in a while.

[@charlottevarela6596]

Cool operations on the Norfolk southern Ashville

[@paulbrown4625]

This was so awesome! I have a passenger train set up but I'm going to move to freight very soon. Excellent.

[@RAKRail]

Excellent video. Thanks for sharing.

[@warrencleversy2773]

I'd have to say your layout simply looks realistic! Great video recording.

[@pascaly]

Great ops. I feel for whomever was in that blue sedan stuck at the crossing, unless they're a gunzel, then they just had their best day in weeks lol.

[@KoenigFranz]

very nice, really, including Sounds, music, realistic Speed. You're representing an america we are able to love and like.

[@jwrailve3615]

Man that up and sp detail and weathering is amazing, especially the open side to the inside components. I have watched your layout for years now and has given me a ton of ideas mainly your operations as I planned on when my layouts completed having ops vids detailed like this

[@nsmodeler24]

Thank you! We wish we had known as much about operations when starting our layout... it definitely helps when designing one. Best of luck on the new layout! - Josh

[@DH2906PRODUCTIONS]

Nice video. Up 1989 has really good sound. And I love the crew talk in their

[@christophercarran4164]

Amazingly done! I'm a trainee LE in New Zealand and this is very similar to some jobs we do in the lower north island. 👌

[@nsmodeler24]

Thanks!!

[@jasonpomare5639]

Love the locomotives and layout , awesome

[@dougcostello9064]

Impressive layout.

[@205004gs]

Absolutely incredible op-session!👍

[@nsmodeler24]

Thanks Gene! - Josh