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Model Train Shows

What Are Model Train Shows?
Model train shows are events where model train hobbyists and those who love model trains can go to set up their layouts for all to see. But it isn’t just about showing off your ideas of what the ideal layout should be, there are many other things as well. There are [...]

Electric Toy Train

The electric toy train has been around for more than a hundred years, and has become a huge part of Americana. The train itself, starting out with the first commonly used steam locomotive, shaped this country in many ways, making it easier to transport goods, services and people across the country. While first developed in [...]

O Model Railroad Video

This is video of David’s(slug96) train and other members’ O gauge trains at the AGHR Model Railroad Club.

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O Model Railroad

If you want a good beginning model train, the O model railroad is probably the one you should start with. It is a larger scale, 1:48, and is ideal for people who have arthritis, or poor eyesight, and it well suited for children. One of the things you will want to consider when choosing this [...]

Model Railroad Track Plans

There are many different kinds of model railroad track plans, from simple additions to basic oval and circular layouts, to the most elaborate plans imaginable. If you are just beginning to explore your model train, start small and simple. You should go with E-Z track, which comes with the rails and base in one unit [...]

Bachmann model trains video

Amazing Video of an elevated bachmann model train set !

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Bachmann Model Trains

Why are Bachmann Model Trains so popular? For starters, Bachmann is probably one of the oldest, and most trusted manufacturers of model trains and accessories in the world, and is considered a leader in model trains. Even when other companies have struggled to compete in this market, this company has stood out. They have an [...]

HO Model Train Layout

If you are looking for HO model train layout designs, there is an abundance of resources and information. You can find many different examples in photos and video online, and there are many different books with not only layout designs, but also complete instructions, parts lists, and other tips to help you build the perfect [...]

N Model railroad Video

Cool video of a N model railroad

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Toy Model Trains

Lots of kids love Thomas the Train, a familiar storybook and television character. Many of us keep that fondness for trains when we grow up. Little kids enjoy watching talking trains on their living room television at home, even if they don’t really know just why they love them. As we get older, we develop [...]

Ho Model Train Layout video

Video of a model train layout in HO scale

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N Model Railroad

N Model Railroad scale is one of the other more popular train scales available. N is short for Nine, which is the gauge of the inside of the track, between the rails. Nine millimeters is the size of the track. These model railroads are much smaller than the more popular scales, but are ideal for [...]

Lionel Model Train

Lionel model train has been around for over one hundred years and are among the largest and most popular model train companies. They are well known for their quality construction, durable trains, and attention to detail. They are heavier than other models, and are made in the “O” and “HO” scale, the most common and [...]

Model Steam Trains

Model Steam Trains are probably one of the most special parts of the model train hobby, because of how the steam locomotive shaped our country improved out way of life. Many model steam trains are made in the exact image as the real thing was, and in some cases, is the only representation of the [...]

Model Railway Trains

For many model railroad enthusiasts, one of their favorite things about the hobby is creating their own scenery for their trains. If you’ve only set up an oval track around the Christmas tree at the holidays every year, then you’re probably more than ready to construct something a little more creative and long lasting.
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Model Train Track

Model Train Track is just as important when picking a model train as the train itself. The track of course is what you run your railroad on, and they come in many grades. This isn’t really that important to know, because most of your train sets will come with the appropriate track already included. However, [...]