Model Railroading with M.T.H. Electric Trains

These smaller models run on O gauge track. Because they are shorter, they negotiate tighter curves - a real advantage for model train enthusiasts with small .
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Although their train cars are the same size and can operate as part of the same train, the two companies' locomotives use their own proprietary electronic control systems. In December , three former employees of Samhongsa rival Korea Brass were convicted of industrial espionage for stealing and using proprietary MTH designs to produce models for Lionel. The following day, Lionel announced it would appeal the verdict.


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    4. On December 14, , the judgement was overturned on appeal, citing legal mistakes in the jury trial, and a new trial was ordered. MTH has also traded lawsuits with Quantum Sound Industries , whose technology is used to add electronic sound to model locomotives from various manufacturers. MTH's critics also say the company patented some elements of DCC, which was supposed to be an unencumbered open standard.

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    Although MTH is disliked by Lionel collectors because its reproductions have lowered the market value of all but the most pristine vintage Lionel equipment and disliked by some other hobbyists because of its aggressive marketing and legal tactics, MTH is widely credited with bringing innovations into a hobby that had changed very little since the s as well as lowering prices.

    On December 30, , the Union Pacific Railroad sued MTH for using its logos , along with logos of various fallen flag railroads it has acquired, without a license. UP had previously sued other manufacturers, most notably Lionel and Athearn , for the same reason. At the time of the suit, UP had licensees. The suit requested that MTH stop using the trademarks, pay damages, and send UP-branded inventory to the railroad for destruction. Modeling Railroading with M. Electric Trains really liked it 4.

    Modeling Railroading with M.T.H. Electric Trains

    The model railroad empire of MTH Electric Trains continues to steam ahead and revolutionize the O gauge electric train market with its innovative product lines, helping to make O gauge the fastest growing segment in model railroading. Mod The model railroad empire of MTH Electric Trains continues to steam ahead and revolutionize the O gauge electric train market with its innovative product lines, helping to make O gauge the fastest growing segment in model railroading.

    Model railroaders can easily construct a complete MTH railroad with the detailed step-by-step instructions in this full-color reference.

    Thorough coverage of MTH operating systems and related components helps enthusiasts choose the right layout. It also covers computer track planning software, layout construction, wiring and electrical components, scenery construction, equipment maintenance, and operations. Paperback , pages. Published December 3rd by Krause Publications first published October To see what your friends thought of this book, please sign up.

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