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Model Cars, Rockets & Trains

Join our Model Cars, Rockets & Trains World to learn how to make homemade rockets fly and model cars zoom. If you're a hobbyist looking to recreate Columbus's ships or add a realistic touch to your model railway, then check out our how-tos and submit your own ideas for other modelers.

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"How to Make a Sparkler Rocket" cover image
Jan 18, 2024

Cut cardboard into 8" long x 3" wide strips. With cardboard down on a cutting board, place 1 AA battery on one end. Roll once so the battery is covered. Hold in place. Spread a light coat of Craft Glu ...

A green balloon resting on a white base with wheels.
Jan 10, 2024

With a little spare time and and a few items you can find around the house, you can make your own balloon-powered paper car. This is a great and easy DIY project that's perfect for competitive kids. A ...

Yellow model truck on a green work surface.
Jan 18, 2016

A series on how to build a Mack F series cabover conversion model truck at 1/25 scale. Part 1Here I'm showing how I rework truck cabs to convert to a different truck make and model. Using just your ve ...

A small toy boat made from cardboard floating on water.
Jul 21, 2013

This video tutorial shows you how to make a simple pop pop boat (putt putt boat) out of house hold items. Very simple and easy to do. Items needed:An empty drinks canBlu-TackAn empty juice carton2 Str ...

Person preparing to launch a model rocket in a grassy backyard.
Jul 2, 2013

This homemade hairspray-powered PVC rocket takes less than an hour to construct and only costs about 20 dollars to make. Check out my video below for the step-by-step instructions on building your own ...

"How to Build a RC Base That Moves Around 15 Kilos" cover image
May 31, 2013

Hi, I work in theater and I'm trying to know if it would be possible to build, for a not very high price, some kind of RC, Base or Platform with wheels were I can put a chair on top holding a total we ...

"How to Paint & Install a Brick Retaining Wall for Train Tracks" cover image
Mar 13, 2013

This video tutorial shows how to paint and install a brick arch retaining wall on the layout of toy model train tracks. ...

"How to Build a Simple High-Powered Water Rocket Launcher" cover image
Oct 12, 2012

There are plenty of things you can use at home to make your own rocket, like sugar, matchsticks, or even trash. They may not be as impressive as a real rocket, but they can still be a lot of fun. In t ...

Cardboard model airplane crafted from recycled materials.
Feb 28, 2011

Model airplanes are cool and all, but making them out of your typical 8 1/2 X 11 printer paper isn't going to cut it for long, especially if any sort of rain or misplaced foot is involved. Make your a ...