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We also specialize in custom model trains from weathering, custom loads, and painting.

Photos from Front Range Hobbies's post 06/04/2026

S Scale decals from Fusion Scale Graphics are now available through Front Range Hobbies.

They are available now: https://frontrangehobbies.com/collections/s-scale-decals

Photos from Front Range Hobbies's post 05/27/2026

Here is a heavily weathered HO Scale ScaleTrains Rivet Counter ex-ATSF BNSF patched GE C44-9W No. 696. Although the model originally had factory weathering applied, weathering enhancements were applied across the model to emphasis grime, additional paint fade/peeling, and other dirt/rust work. The model also comes with a custom RS3L horn that is currently featured in the Leslie Horn Pack Volume 1.

The RS3L can be heard here in this sample video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SsevPZ-xuFk&feature=youtu.be

The BNSF 696 is available now for $574.99, plus shipping and handling: https://frontrangehobbies.com/products/ho-scale-scaletrains-rivet-counter-bnsf-ex-atsf-ge-c44-9w-696-warbonnet-weathered?variant=49401768313061

05/26/2026

Add some flair to your ESU-equipped locomotives with a Front Range Hobbies custom horn template for the ESU LokSound V5 decoder. In this pack, you can purchase four custom project files and choose between the Leslie Horn Pack Volume 1 and Nathan Airchime Horn Pack Volume 1.

Available now for $40: https://frontrangehobbies.com/products/esu-loksound-v5-leslie-nathan-airchime-horn-pack-four-4-decoder-pack?variant=49408724205797

How to purchase this Four (4) Decoder Pack:
In each box, you must put the decoder serial number, ESU sound project number, and type of horn pack you want associated with the decoder.

For example: ABCD1234, S0819, Leslie Horn Pack Volume 1

To find your serial number, you need to put your locomotive on a programming track that's connected with your LokProgrammer. Once you have completed that, open the LokProgrammer software and on the left menu, click "Read / Write CVs". From here, click "Decoder Information", and click "Read decoder information".

DISCLAIMER:
While default project files can be downloaded for free on the ESU website, this sale is ONLY for the custom train horn pack(s) in each sound project.

After the transaction is complete, please allow 1-2 business days for the file to arrive in the email you provided. All sales are final, no refunds.

Photos from Front Range Hobbies's post 05/26/2026

Here is a heavily weathered HO Scale ScaleTrains Rivet Counter ex-ATSF BNSF patched GE C44-9W No. 660. Although the model originally had factory weathering applied, weathering enhancements were applied across the model to emphasis grime, additional paint fade/peeling, and other dirt/rust work. PTC antennas from MAC Rail LLC - Model Train Products & Services have also been added for those who model modern BNSF. The model also comes with a custom RS3L horn that is currently featured in the Leslie Horn Pack Volume 1.

The Leslie RS3L featured can be heard here:
youtube.com/watch?v=SsevPZ-xuFk&feature=youtu.be

The BNSF 660 is available now for $574.99, plus shipping and handling: https://frontrangehobbies.com/products/ho-scale-scaletrains-rivet-counter-bnsf-ex-atsf-ge-c44-9w-660-warbonnet-w-ptc-weathered?variant=49396046561509

05/20/2026

Fresh coal off the printer. Coming soon.

Photos from Front Range Hobbies's post 05/16/2026

Scalecoat Wash Away Paint Remover and Thinner I and Thinner II are available now through Front Range Hobbies.

https://frontrangehobbies.com/collections/paint-and-thinners

05/15/2026

I am pleased to announce the next in the horn pack series the ESU LokSound V5 Nathan Airchime Horn Pack Volume 1. Add some flair to your ESU-equipped locomotives with a Front Range Hobbies custom horn template for the LokSound V5 decoder. The Nathan Airchime Train Horn Pack Volume 1 features eight high-quality custom train horns that sound crisp or on the more foul side of things. The following eight horns are featured in this pack:

CV163=0 Nathan K3LA - From BNSF 1404
CV163=1 Nathan K3LA - From BNSF 1402 (Underwater sound)
CV163=2 Nathan K3HA - From UP 4289
CV163=3 Nathan K5LAR24 - From CSXT 4569
CV163=4 Nathan K5LLA
CV163=5 Nathan Old Cast P3 - From SP 6856
CV163=6 Nathan New Cast P5
CV163=7 Nathan (Holden) Airchime M3H - From DT&I 6224

The Nathan Airchime Horn Pack Volume 1 is now available for $20 at: https://frontrangehobbies.com/products/esu-loksound-v5-nathan-airchime-train-horn-pack-volume-1

Photos from Front Range Hobbies's post 05/14/2026

Here is an N Scale Atlas Trainman Thrall 4750 cubic foot covered hopper for Rail Logistics that has been heavily weathered and features FRA yellow reflective tape from Fusion Scale Graphics.



Available now: https://frontrangehobbies.com/products/n-scale-atlas-trainman-thrall-4750-covered-hopper-rail-logistics-eafx-16034-weathered?variant=47633080025317

Photos from Front Range Hobbies's post 05/14/2026

This ScaleTrains Rivet Counter Union Pacific (UP) 5188 cu ft covered hopper has been weathered and features hand painted graffiti tags. The car also features FRA reflective tape (yellow) from Fusion Scale Graphics.



Available now: https://frontrangehobbies.com/products/ho-scale-rivet-counter-scaletrains-gunderson-5188-covered-hopper-union-pacific-92005-weathered?variant=48256025428197

Photos from Front Range Hobbies's post 05/13/2026

Here is an HO Scale Intermountain Railway ATSF 4750 cubic foot 3-Bay rib-sided covered hopper that has been heavily weathered. The car features FRA yellow reflective tape from Fusion Scale Graphics.


Available now: https://frontrangehobbies.com/products/ho-scale-intermountain-atsf-4750-cubic-feet-3-bay-covered-hopper-312877-weathered?variant=48405308178661

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