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So you’re working on your model train layout and want to make a full circle, or even a part of a circle to make ovals or smooth turns in your track, but don’t know how much track you’ll need? Read on! The Difference Between Radius and Arc Okay, first things first, lets get some definitions … Read moreModel Train Track Radius and Arcs
What are Athearn Trains? Athearn is a model train manufacturer owned by Horizon Hobby based out of Illinois, USA. They first started in 1938, when Irvin Athearn built an O scale model railroad layout in his parents house, and then decided to sell it. These days, they specialize in HO and N scale model trains, … Read moreOur Guide to Athearn Trains
What are Bachmann Trains? Bachmann trains are currently one of the largest manufacturers of model trains in the world. They’re currently a Chinese owned company but were first founded in Philadelphia in 1833. From 1833 right through until 1966, they were manufacturers of a variety of different products; originally vanity products made from ivory and … Read moreOur Guide to Bachmann Trains
What are Lionel Trains? Lionel Model Trains are a staple in the model train community. In fact, they were one of the first companies to ever make model toy trains, and have been in business since the early 1900s. They’re one of the oldest brands of toy trains in the world, and are so prolific … Read moreWhat to know About Lionel Trains
Electric train sets have been a passion project for millions of people all over the world for a very long time. And it just so happens to be for a very good reason! Everyone is able to collect and enjoy model trains, and the best part is that you can easily create your own train … Read more10 Best Electric Train Sets – [2019 Review]
We’re not really sure HOW Christmas Train Sets Under The Tree got started, but we’re all for it! As a kid, nothing really bet the magic of Christmas morning, opening presents and time with family, and having a model train set race around the tree really helped add to that atmosphere! From toy xmas trains … Read moreTop 10 Christmas Train Sets for Under The Tree [2019 Review ]
Thinking about buying a model train for your toddler as a Christmas gift from Santa? or an electric train set for one of your kids as a birthday present? Or maybe it’s a ‘just because’ kind of thing. Well, this is the guide for you! But first, why would you even buy a train set … Read moreBest Train Sets for Toddlers and Kids
So what happens when you really like model trains, and you want to build a layout, but you happen to live in a cramped inner-city apartment, or just don’t have an awful lot of space? Well, you either need to get super creative or consider moving to a small gauge of model train. So is … Read moreModel Railroad Layouts for Small Spaces
We’ve updated this list with some of our 2019 favourites, so if you havent been here in a while, make sure to have another look at this list for some we may have missed before! If you’re looking to purchase a model train, take a look at our top electric train review! Atlas Atlas Model … Read moreBest Model Train Manufacturers and Brands
Plan your layout This is the most important part of your the whole process when making hills and mountains for your model train layout. There’s nothing worse than laying down your track, adding ballast, and then realising that you actually wanted this part of the track on a hill. Or worse yet, spending ages on … Read moreHow to make hills and mountains for your train layout