Model Trains

Model train scale basics

Model Train Scales and Gauges Sure, you’re planning to craft the ultimate model railroad blueprint this part of the river, “Just what scale do I choose to render this monster at home?” good, there’s various things you need to think about and let’s look at a number of of them. Firstly, a plain definition of scale [...]

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HO Model Train Scale – A Closer Look

HO model trains are probably the most popular model train scale in the model train industry. There are many reasons why this scale is popular, one of them being its size. For beginning hobbyists, it has the most available accessories, and replacement parts. Its scale is just right for depth, so you can create a great [...]

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Are N Scale Model Trains Right for You?

Many people think that the N scale train is not as good as some other more popular scales, like HO. These same people are older folk who may not see as well, or may have arthritic hands. It is true that these trains are small, only 1:160 scale, but the N scale trains are ideal for [...]

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Scale Model Trains: What Does That Mean?

Model trains are available in a variety of different sizes that are denoted as scales. This spectrum of sizes ranges from miniature train sets to large models that designed to be set up outdoors. There are two terms used in association of collecting model trains, they are gauge and scale. Scale is used to describe [...]

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Technicalities of ho scale

The ho model train is a real train that has been modelled and scaled down from the size of the original. Many people think that the model train is a toy train but this is not accurate at all. A toy train is just a representation of the real train and does not work as [...]

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