Trainz Railroad Simulator

The Learning Centre

The Learning Centre is your source for gaining a wide variety of information about getting the most out of Trainz.

We aim to have a wide range of tutorials from beginner to expert. Check back often for new tutorials!

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	iPortal Tutorial The iPortal Tutorial will guide you in the setup of using iPortal. Many folks would argue that the iPortal is one of the most exciting and fun new features of Trainz Railroad Simulator 2006. Follow this guide to get started. Author: atsfrr3000
	Scripting Tutorials An extensive resource of Trainz Scripting tutorials and Utilities. Author: gstafleu
	The SimpleLoco Tutorial This tutorial lets you build a simple loco in Gmax. No previous Gmax experience is necessary, it takes you through everything step-by-step Author: gstafleu
	3D Modelling & Animation / Graphics Editing Create art files used in the Trains tab in surveyor using Photoshop or Paint Shop Pro. Author: Phil_C
	Axle Creation/Reflective tutorial Create an axle, add textures, map the textures and apply a shine to the bogey wheels. The methods used to create the object and apply the shiny textures can be adapted to any Trainz object. 3D Studio Max GMax Author: Phil_C
	Flatcar tutorials Learn how to create a box and texture it, add the required attachment points, export it and then create the config.txt file. The methods used to create the flatcar can be adapted to any Trainz rolling stock item. 3D Studio Max GMax Author: Phil_C
	Smooth Radius tutorials Learn how to radius the edge of a box. The methods used to create the radius edge can be adapted to any Trainz object. 3D Studio Max GMax Author: Phil_C
	Dynamic Brake Blister tutorials Learn how to create the dynamic brake blisters used on many North American Locomotives. 3D Studio Max GMax Author: Phil_C
	Illuminosity Transparency tutorials Learn how to illuminate the numbers on a numberboard for a locomotive and create transparent windows. Also learn how to create backlit alpha numbers. 3D Studio Max GMax Author: Phil_C
	Spoked Wheel tutorial Learn how to create a spoked wheel and axle for a locomotive. 3D Studio Max GMax Author: Phil_C
	Fan Animation tutorials Learn how to animate the fan blades for a locomotive. The methods used to create the fan animation can be adapted to any Trainz object. 3D Studio Max GMax Author: Phil_C
	Steam Animation tutorials Learn how to animate steam related mechanism for a locomotive. 3D Studio Max GMax Author: Phil_C
	Pantograph Animation tutorials Learn how to animate a pantograph for a locomotive. 3D Studio Max GMax Author: Phil_C
	Cut and Paste Tutorial Learn how to cut around an object using Photoshop Paint Shop Pro. and Author: Phil_C
	Layer and Blend Tutorial Learn how to use layer effects to simulate different surfaces. Photoshop Author: Phil_C
	Reskin Tutorial Learn how to create a reskin of an existing non default rolling stock item. Author: Phil_C
	Coal Load Tutorial Learn how to create an industry compatible animated coal load tutorial. Author: Phil_C
	Folder and File Name tutorials Learn where to place files and the naming conventions used for files and folders of Trainz items. Rolling Stock Scenery Bogey Spline Author: Phil_C
	Advanced locomotive tutorial Build an EMD style locomotive from the ground up using an assortment of tools. 3d Studio Max Gmax Author: Phil_C
	Make a scalebox reference for modeling This is how most creators make locomotives from drawings. Shows how to make reference planes with drawings on them within your modeling program. Author: slugsmasher
	Making an Interior Basic tutorial on how to make an initial interior mesh model. This is what you start with before making cabs. Also has info about a.outsideview attachments. Author: slugsmasher
	Making a Texture Map from a Drawing How to develop a texture from a simple drawing. Good technique for basic buildings and simple structures. Author: slugsmasher
	Brick Box Tutorial I created this tutorial to demonstrate how fast and easy it is to get a custom object into Trainz. Author: GaryP
	Multi Textured Box Tutorial In this tutorial you will be creating another box, and you will be doing most of the same things as you did in my first tutorial, but the difference is, you will have a model that has a different picture on each side. Author: GaryP
	House with Lighted Windows This tutorial goes over the concept of creating windows that will "light up" when it gets dark in Trainz. Author: GaryP
	TRAINZ - Content Creation Procedures This document is designed to be read by persons intending to create 3rd party content for Trainz Railroad Simulator 2004 (TRS2004) or those persons who are interested in a "behind the scenes" view of how content is created. Author:
	Trainz Paint Shed Customization Guide The purpose of this document is to assist the production and installation of custom Trainz? Paint Shed assets. Author:
	A Beginner's Guide to Trainz Railroad Simulator 2004 by Tim Court. This is the first of a short series of basic articles which will allow you to run a train using the new methods employed by Trainz Railroad Simulator 2004. Author: Tim Court
	Locomotive Interior Tutorial In this tutorial you will learn to create an interior for the EMD style locomotive. 3D Studio Max Interior Gmax Interior Author:
	Running Number Tutorial Learn how to add running numbers to a loco in surveyor Running number tutorial Author:
	Color Charts Guide for railroad colors from around the world. RailRoad ColorsUSA RailRoad ColorsUK RailRoad ColorsAU RailRoad ColorsDE RailRoad ColorsFR Author: