Top 15 Model Railroading Magazines in 2025

1. Model Railroader

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Model Railroader is the leader in model railroad media in North America and has been since 1934. Discover articles and videos about model trains here. Model Railroader features step-by-step modeling and construction projects, fascinating photo tours of model train layouts, insightful reviews, how-to tips from the experts, and much more!MORE Email ****@kalmbach.com
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Publisher Firecrown Media Language English Country United States Facebook Followers 1.8K Domain Authority 62 Read Now Get Email Contact For PR Pros: Get Magazine Editors and Media ContactsGet access to 250k active Magazine editors and media contacts in 1500 niche categories.Get targeted media list in your niche at your fingertips so you can focus on running your campaign.Email us the categories of magazines and publications media contacts you want to reach out for your marketing campaign at anuj@feedspot.com Copy email. We'll share active media list with verified email contacts in an Excel or CSV format.Email us

2. Railroad Model Craftsman

Website https://rrmodelcraftsman.com/ + Follow
Railroad Model Craftsman is a magazine that has been publishing since 1933. It is dedicated to showcasing the best in model railroading, and it features articles on all aspects of the hobby, including layouts, locomotives, rolling stock, scenery, and more. The magazine also publishes product reviews, tutorials, and interviews with experts in the field.MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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Publisher White River Productions Facebook Followers 22.4K Domain Authority 37 Read Now Get Email Contact

3. Model Railroad News

Website https://modelrailroadnews.com/ + Follow
Model Railroad News is the only monthly publication presenting the latest information on new and upcoming products for all popular model railroading scales. In addition, the magazine examines new products and presents the hobby industry's most in-depth reviews.MORE Print Subscription Model Railroad News
Format Digital & Print
Publisher White River Productions Facebook Followers 12.8K Domain Authority 32 Read Now Get Email Contact

4. Railfan & Railroad Magazine

Website https://railfan.com/ + Follow
Your source for news and features about railroading compiled by the staff of Railfan & Railroad magazine. From heritage to high-tech, Railfan & Railroad brings you trackside each month with exciting news, photos, and features!MORE Email ****@railfan.com
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Publisher White River Productions Facebook Followers 44.9KTwitter Followers 6.3K Domain Authority 31 Read Now Get Email Contact

5. Model Engineer & Model Engineers Workshop

Website https://www.model-engineer.co.uk/ + Follow
Model Engineer and Model Engineer Workshop are leading magazines for modellers, with reputations for bringing you the best tips, tricks, and inspiration from the modelling world. From miniature steam locomotives to clocks and automata, get the most out of your builds with Model Engineer and Model Engineer Workshop.MORE Email ****@mortons.co.uk
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Format Digital & Print
Publisher Mortons Media Group Ltd Facebook Followers 2.5KTwitter Followers 2.1K Domain Authority 39 Read Now Get Email Contact

6. Model Rail Magazine

Website https://www.model-rail.co.uk/ + Follow
Latest news and content from www.model-rail.co.uk
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Format Digital
Publisher Bauer Media Group Facebook Followers 14.9K Domain Authority 23 Read Now Get Email Contact

7. Narrow Gauge and Short Line Gazette

Website https://ngslgazette.com/ + Follow
A bi-monthly publication dedicated to narrow gauge and short line model railroading in all popular states. Stay up to date with accurate information for fine modelbuilding.
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Publisher White River Productions Facebook Followers 3.9KTwitter Followers 14 Domain Authority 31 Read Now Get Email Contact

8. Cowcatcher Magazine

Website https://cowcatchermagazine.com/ + Follow
Cowcatcher Magazine, published by Ballpark Impressions, is the only publication covering local model railroad, rail enthusiast and railroad-related news. Started in 2004, Cowcatcher Magazine not only has news of interest about one of America's favorite hobbies, it features compelling articles about regional people, places, events and history, all professionally written and edited by accomplished journalists and contributors.MORE Email ****@verizon.net
Format Digital
Publisher Cowcatcher Magazine Facebook Followers 1.7K Domain Authority 22 Read Now Get Email Contact

9. O Gauge Railroading Magazine

Website https://ogaugerr.com/
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Publisher OGR Publishing, Inc Facebook Followers 5.5K Domain Authority 46 Get Email Contact

10. O Scale Trains Magazine

Website https://oscalemag.com/ + Follow
O Scale Trains Magazine focuses on modeling, model-building craftsman skills, and the art of 1:48 modeling. There are lots of 'how-to' articles written by many well-known names in the O scale hobby, along with regular features like Product Reviews, News, and great color photos of O scale models. They strive to cover O scale 2 rail, O narrow gauge, Proto48, Traction, diesel, steam, rolling stock, structures, and all aspects of 1:48 model railroading.MORE Email ****@oscalemag.com
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Publisher White River Productions Facebook Followers 2.8K Domain Authority 32 Read Now Get Email Contact

11. HO Collector

Website https://hotraincollector.com/ + Follow
HO Collector is the only quarterly magazine dedicated to collecting and operating vintage HO scale trains. Read articles on all aspects of collecting, repairing, and operating vintage HO scale model trains.MORE Print Subscription HO Collector
Format Digital & Print
Publisher White River Productions Facebook Followers 1.7K Domain Authority 21 Read Now Get Email Contact

12. Ztckra

Website https://www.ztrack.com/
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Format Print
Publisher Ztrack Magazine Ltd Domain Authority 26 Get Email Contact

13. N-Scale Magazine

Website https://www.nscalemagazine.com/
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Publisher Platinum Rail Publications Domain Authority 25 Get Email Contact