Mar 27, 2026 2:55 PM
Outdoor base station antennas give your receiver the advantage of height above ground. Unlike the tiny antenna that often comes in the box. Base station antennas are tuned to the VHF Rail Band from 160 to 161 MHz. If you are serious about listening to the rail band, then one of these antennas are worth a look..
Mar 5, 2026 1:10 PM
1. Pay Attention to Signs
Mar 4, 2026 9:51 AM
Rail Guide is an App with maps of railroads in the US, Canada, and Mexico, past and present. It's available as web page on your desktop as well as free apps for Apple and Android devices. Not only does the app feature current rail lines but also Historic streetcar and interurban lines for many areas. There is even an option to show the locations of former Roundhouses. From the main map choose the MAP button and select ATTRACTIONS to view the Roundhouse locations.
Mar 3, 2026 3:09 PM
New to scanning and looking for tips on programming? Sure, you can program the BC125AT through the front panel. But it can be frustrating. Software like ARC125 can make the process easy.
Mar 1, 2026 4:26 PM
You see this question all the time. What's the best Bang for Your Bucks/Won't Break the Bank scanner for railfaning? No question, it's the Uniden BC125AT. Danny Harmon's review will tell you all you need to know.
Feb 23, 2026 4:27 PM
I have both Amateur (ham) and GMRS licenses and often carry a handheld radio (HT) when railfanning. There are no established frequencies for radio communications. But these are my suggestions if you're chasing in a group:
Feb 23, 2026 4:26 PM
Although I don't list these frequencies in my database it's not a bad idea to scan for the End of Train Device (EOT) also called a Flashing Rear End Device (FRED). These low power radios send a 'squawk' at regular intervals. An active EOT may tell you a train is nearby (typically within a mile) when no other radio traffic is heard.