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Guide to Model Trains Scale and Gauge
Although Lionel offers several kinds of model trains and track, most of their sales come from O gauge trains. What?s an O gauge train? To better understand that, you first need to know a few things about scale and gauge. Let?s start with scale. Model trains are scaled down trains–that is, smaller versions of real trains. [...]
Continue reading...Buyer’s Guide for Model Train Toys
Sunday, January 24, 2010
Model train toys are a lot of fun but they are not cheap. So before you invest your hard-earned money, it pays to do a little up-front research. This article provides some brief guidelines for to help you get started with buying model train toys. There is a lot more to this hobby than just buying [...]
Continue reading...Model Train Scale Tips: A Beginners Guide
Sunday, January 24, 2010
Model train scales are a measurement of how large the train is, compared to the real thing. For beginners this can be the most confusing part of this hobby, and often the mistakenly mix up scale for gauge. While this is a common misunderstanding, many train buffs will get quite angry if you mix up the [...]
Continue reading...Buyer’s Guide for Model Train Toys
Sunday, January 24, 2010
Model train toys are a lot of fun but they are not cheap. So before you invest your hard-earned money, it pays to do a little up-front research. This article provides some brief guidelines for to help you get started with buying model train toys. There is a lot more to this hobby than just buying [...]
Continue reading...Ho model train basic guide
Sunday, January 24, 2010
HO Model Train One train enthusiast might want a model train that runs through a garden outside. Originally posted 2009-12-15 10:52:00. Republished by Old Post Promoter
Continue reading...Buyer’s Guide for Model Train Toys
Sunday, January 24, 2010
Model train toys are a lot of fun but they are not cheap. So before you invest your hard-earned money, it pays to do a little up-front research. This article provides some brief guidelines for to help you get started with buying model train toys. There is a lot more to this hobby than just buying [...]
Continue reading...Guide to Model Train Set Wheels – Plastic vs Metal
Sunday, January 24, 2010
A model train set can have either plastic or metal wheels. Understanding model train wheel-set construction is important when considering which type of wheels is best for you. A train wheel consists of a flange and a tread. The flange is the inside part of the wheel and is deeper (or longer) than the other. The [...]
Continue reading...Buyer’s Guide for Model Train Toys
Sunday, January 24, 2010
Model train toys are a lot of fun but they are not cheap. So before you invest your hard-earned money, it pays to do a little up-front research. This article provides some brief guidelines for to help you get started with buying model train toys. There is a lot more to this hobby than just buying [...]
Continue reading...Guide to Track and Ballast for Bachmann Scale Model Trains
Sunday, January 24, 2010
Designing and setting up the track layout for Bachmann model trains can be a fun and rewarding experience. Scale model trains require consideration of many facts while planning their design. This article provides some important facts about the track and ballast, and how these two components can work together to create an amazing surface for [...]
Continue reading...The Definitive Lionel Trains Collectors Guide- Everything You Need to Know about Lionel Trains
Sunday, January 24, 2010
There are few hobbies more exciting that the collection of Lionel Trains. Lionel trains have been a trademark of quality and perfection in the model train world for many years. Collectors from all over have been adding new pieces and parts to their ongoing collections and the number of requests for catalogs is always increasing. [...]
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Sunday, January 24, 2010
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