Special rack railways

by Friedhelm Weidelich

The cover photo looks like a template for a gauge 1 diorama, especially since the railway line from Koblenz to Trier runs along the Moselle from time to time.

The grape harvest was earlier than ever this year, with grapes being picked as early as August. However, the vines still bear some of their foliage, which is colorful with autumn hues. And once again, a rack railway runs between them.

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Pictures from Japan

by Friedhelm Weidelich

A spur1info subscriber living in Asia sent some pictures from Japan of a trip on the Shinkansen.

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Steiner Modellwerke unveil Swabian Beer Car

by Friedhelm Weidelich

Steiner Modellwerke is producing a limited edition Stuttgart beer car.

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Inga doesn't smoke

by Friedhelm Weidelich

Gauge 1 diesel locomotives from epochs V and VI with smoke generators? Most don't need one. For one simple reason.

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