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EPMR EPMR is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the hobby of model railroading in the El Paso region.

EPMR team members busy working on the new N scale layout. Thanks to Tony, Mike, Lane and Carey for their dedication and ...
07/22/2026

EPMR team members busy working on the new N scale layout. Thanks to Tony, Mike, Lane and Carey for their dedication and hard work.

đź“ş Something New at the EPMR Clubhouse!We now have a television at the EPMR clubhouse where members and visitors can enjo...
07/17/2026

đź“ş Something New at the EPMR Clubhouse!

We now have a television at the EPMR clubhouse where members and visitors can enjoy railroad-related DVDs from the EPMR library. Our collection includes programs featuring railroad history, prototype trains, model railroading, layout construction, scenery techniques and railroads from around the world.

The new TV gives us another way to share our love of trains, learn new modeling skills and enjoy railroad history together. DVDs can be shown during club meetings, open houses, special presentations or whenever members gather at the clubhouse.

Be sure to browse the EPMR library and let us know which railroad program you would like to watch next!

07/17/2026

Special thanks to EPMR member Chris for sharing this excellent video!

🚆 Featured Train: Hitachi Rail BR Class 802/1

This impressive HO-scale model represents the British Rail Class 802/1, a modern high-speed passenger train manufactured by Hitachi Rail for Great Western Railway.

Introduced into passenger service in 2018, the Class 802 is a bi-mode train capable of operating on electricity from overhead wires or using onboard diesel engines. This flexibility allows it to travel over both electrified and non-electrified railway lines.

The Class 802/1 is the nine-car version of Great Western Railway’s Intercity Express Train. The full-size train can reach speeds of 125 mph and serves long-distance routes from London Paddington to destinations across western and southwestern England.

With its streamlined cab, distinctive Great Western Railway green livery and finely reproduced details, this HO-scale model captures the appearance of one of Britain’s most advanced passenger trains.

Thank you again, Chris, for giving us this close-up look at another outstanding example of modern international railroading!

06/05/2026

Another of today's featured train is an N Scale CSX freight rolling through a scenic rural community on the EPMR layout. Dressed in CSX's distinctive blue and yellow paint scheme, the locomotive leads a string of covered hopper cars commonly used to transport grain, fertilizer, and other bulk commodities across the nation. The detailed farmhouse, barn, and countryside scenery help capture the feel of railroading in small-town America, where freight trains remain an essential part of everyday commerce.

This low-angle video provides a railfan's perspective, making the train appear remarkably realistic as it travels through the scene.

A special thank you to EPMR member Jose for sharing this excellent video with us. We appreciate his continued support in helping showcase the many trains and layouts that make EPMR such a great destination for model railroad enthusiasts.

The Great Western Railway King Stephen #6029
06/05/2026

The Great Western Railway King Stephen #6029

06/05/2026

Today we’re featuring the magnificent HO scale Great Western Railway #6029 King Stephen, one of Britain’s famous King class 4-6-0 steam locomotives. Built in 1930, these powerful express engines hauled the premier passenger trains of the Great Western Railway and were considered among the finest steam locomotives ever built in the United Kingdom. With its elegant green livery and impressive presence, No 6029 captures the golden age of British rail travel. A special thank you to EPMR club member Chris for sharing this wonderful video with our followers and helping bring another piece of railway history to life.

Thanks to Rolf for these photos of his track plan of a 4 ft N-Trak module and its wiring for 8 turnouts with Digitrax DC...
05/31/2026

Thanks to Rolf for these photos of his track plan of a 4 ft N-Trak module and its wiring for 8 turnouts with Digitrax DCC DS74 modules. Bus cables for the 3 tracks can be seen as well. Additional wiring for power distribution is planned, with a Digitrax PM42 power manager where each of the 3 tracks will be its own power sub-district.

Thanks to Prince McKensie for today's tour back in time in El Paso. The Railroad Museum and the Railway & Locomotive Hi...
05/30/2026

Thanks to Prince McKensie for today's tour back in time in El Paso. The Railroad Museum and the Railway & Locomotive Historical Society along with Rio Grande Trails and Tales commemorated the arrival of five great railroads in El Paso. We took a tour back in time when El Paso was an adobe village and three railroads arrived in 1881. All historians agree that the most important event in the history of El Paso was the arrival of the railroads. Travel across the West was slow, difficult and dangerous in 1880. The first Transcontinental link occured at Deming in March 1881. Then two railroads arrived at El Paso in May and June of 1881 and the town was changed forever as it began to grow. The tour began at the historic Union Passenger Station, designed by one of America’s greatest architects in 1906, and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Santa Fe Railroad operated the famous Harvey “eating” House in that Depot. Several hundred Chinese workers from California built the first bridge across the Rio Grande River from New Mexico to Texas. After the first Southern Pacific (SP) train arrived in May of 1881, the boomtown of El Paso became a city. We walked past the Bataan Memorial Trainway, across town to the location where the first train stopped, and on to the site of the first Depot. We continued along the route of the Mule Car line and look over 1880s Victorian buildings as we considered the growth of the city. The SP built eastward to Sierra Blanca and connected a link to North Texas with the Texas & Pacific Railroad. Then the SP continued on across the Pecos River to a connection with San Antonio in 1883. When the Santa Fe opened a line to Chihuahua in 1883 El Paso had three Transcontinental Railroad links. The 1880 town with less than a thousand people had grown beyond ten thousand by 1890. These connections changed the economy of Southern New Mexico and West Texas.

05/29/2026

This N scale train features a classic Pennsylvania Railroad diesel locomotive pulling eight Kato KU5000 automobile carrier freight cars. The Pennsylvania Railroad, known as the “Standard Railroad of the World,” was one of America’s most influential railroads, operating an extensive network across the northeastern United States. Behind the locomotive are KU5000 automobile carriers, a unique freight car developed by Japanese National Railways in 1966 to transport new automobiles from factories to dealerships and ports. The two-level carriers could each haul up to eight vehicles and became a familiar sight throughout Japan during the nation’s automotive boom. This train is an interesting blend of American and Japanese railroading, showcasing both the power of a classic Pennsylvania diesel and the innovative design of one of Japan’s most recognizable freight cars.

This display case at the EPMR clubhouse presents a wonderful cross-section of model railroading history, craftsmanship, ...
05/22/2026

This display case at the EPMR clubhouse presents a wonderful cross-section of model railroading history, craftsmanship, and creativity. On the upper shelves are several classic O scale train pieces, including a vintage-style steam locomotive and freight cars displayed on track sections behind glass. The black locomotive and tender marked “Keebler Express Lines Co.” immediately draw attention and give the exhibit a nostalgic toy-train appearance reminiscent of traditional Lionel railroading. Nearby freight cars and rolling stock add to the historic railroad atmosphere, while the lantern on the left side reinforces the connection to the golden age of rail travel and railroad operations.

The lower section features an impressive miniature town and industrial scene, in N scale, showcasing detailed scenery, roads, homes, businesses, trees, vehicles, and railroad operations in a compact layout. The scene includes small industries, a water tower, freight cars, and town structures that demonstrate the artistic side of model railroading and how railroads connect communities and commerce. Tiny details such as automobiles, landscaping, and storefront signage help bring the scene to life and highlight the patience and skill involved in building realistic model railroad environments. Together, the display case reflects EPMR’s mission of preserving railroad history while inspiring visitors through the creativity and educational value of the hobby.

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6335 VAUGHN Court
El Paso, TX
79905

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7pm - 8:45pm

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