1. A model train control system comprising: a model train having a motor configured to propel the model train along a track and a controller configured to receive commands to control operation of the model train; a remote control configured to communicate with the controller and provide the commands thereto, the remote control further comprising: a user throttle input for selecting a target speed for the model train; a momentum input for selecting a momentum level for the model train; a processor configured to determine a commanded speed based upon at least said target speed and said momentum level, the processor thereby generating a speed command, to be transmitted to said model train, to achieve the commanded speed; and a transmitter configured to communicate the speed command to the model train.