I have many model railways over the years and must say that this railway is near the top of the list. For me it's is not just about models. It is about people, tradition, and shear joy. Thank you to the staff and volunteers. Well done to the company for being so publicly spirited.
You fine folks at OGR do a tremendous job of presenting these layout videos. They are such a treat to view. Thank you and Merry Christmas to each and every one of you. 🎄🧑🎄
@@franciscoppola1129 The 3rd rail carries DC current. It is directly connected to the motor(s) in the locomotives. Speed is controlled by varying the voltage. Direction is controlled by changing the polarity of the DC voltage. The ground side of the circuit is through the rails. This was a very common control method in the early days of model railroading because it is so simple. DC voltage is very easy to control, and nothing extra is required inside the locomotive.
I have many model railways over the years and must say that this railway is near the top of the list. For me it's is not just about models. It is about people, tradition, and shear joy. Thank you to the staff and volunteers. Well done to the company for being so publicly spirited.
"Al Kalmbach's saloon" at 1:51, nice touch.
You fine folks at OGR do a tremendous job of presenting these layout videos. They are such a treat to view. Thank you and Merry Christmas to each and every one of you. 🎄🧑🎄
@@jimmelchin1531 Thanks, Jim! Merry Christmas to you and yours!
Thanks for posting this again. I miss working in this building and having this display.
Great memories!
I’ve seen this layout many’s times in the past
Fantastic Christmas layout.
Thank you.
I thought I spied Mr. Barrett in the background at about the 4 minute mark! Great video!
8:53 That turntable is too short for that steamer. The rear truck of the tender is off the back of it.
Interesting how they use a third rail system. I am curious why and how the hook ups on the locomotives work.
@@franciscoppola1129 The 3rd rail carries DC current. It is directly connected to the motor(s) in the locomotives. Speed is controlled by varying the voltage. Direction is controlled by changing the polarity of the DC voltage. The ground side of the circuit is through the rails. This was a very common control method in the early days of model railroading because it is so simple. DC voltage is very easy to control, and nothing extra is required inside the locomotive.
@ I understand the specifics of DC what I was wondering was how the pick up shoes are mounted to the locomotives and tenders
Would have thought that you'd have used Christmas music for the background.
@@w.rustylane5650 That’s good point, but finding good Christmas music that doesn’t have copyright issues is tough.