Model train track is measured in gauges, that coincide a great deal with the scale of the model train. For instance, 'N' scale is one sixtieth of the size of a full size train.The 'N' stands for nine, which means the 9mm, the distance between the inside of the tracks. These tracks are small, and many of these train layouts will fit in a rather small space.It is also a good size if you are thinking about running long strings of cars, since the...more
Have you been feeling a bit bored lately? Perhaps you would be interested in finding a new hobby that you can enjoy in your spare time? If so, then I would highly recommend that you look into building toy model trains. This is true for a variety of reasons.For starters, building toy model trains is a hobby that can truly be enjoyed by people of all ages. Therefore, building toy model trains is a fantastic way to spend some fun quality time with...more
There are so many different model railway trains that it can mystify you. There are model railways that are as large as half or quarter size of the real train represented.There are models that go all the way down to 1/220th the scale of the actual train represented. You will find model trains in many different places such as an amusement park, carnivals, and larger scales are often used for viewing nature preserves due to the fact that they will often have to lowest impact on the natural beauty.While this sized scale seems a little excessive, and expensive, this really is not the case. The nice thing about these large scale model railway trains is that they have a variety of functionality, aside from transporting people around a track.If you have a large piece of property, a 1/8th scale live model train can transport various items such as feed, harvested crops, chopped wood, as well as many other items of interest.Model railway trains can be fully functional steam models with real wood or coal fired combustion chambers and other features that contribute to their overall functionality. While you may think these trains are expensive to invest in, that's not really the case at all.The...more
Model Steam Trains are a little different from just the regular railway train models, in many ways. While many of them run on electricity, many have included a mechanism that actually imitates real steam.The manufactures take a lot of time recreating period models, and some can even be a handcrafted scale of a real locomotive, down to its name and...more
There are probably as many model train sets as there are different kinds of trains. It is not hard to find them online, or at your local hobby shop. From exact replicas of antique locomotives, fancy, futuristic mono rail trains, and just about everything in between.Many of these sets not only include the engine, cars, tracks on transformers, but...more
This is a general overview of what the model train hobby is and what it entails. In a effort not to discourage new beginners to this ever expanding pastime, this article will not be too technical yet designed to catch your interest.The first thing that any model train hobbyist should know is about scale, and gauge. Scale refers to the actual size of the train engine, cars, and accessories.They can be small enough to easily fit on a office desk top, or large enough for a garden railway. Scale is also referred to in letter form.For example, 'G' scale train models are 1:24 scale, which means it is just one twenty-fourth the size of a real locomotive. These are often found with train hobbyists who lay out their model trains in a back yard setting, such as interwoven through gardens, and other landscaping.The 'Z' scale is a mere 1:220, meaning it is 220 times smaller than a real train. As mentioned earlier, this size is ideal for a desk top lay out, but it is so small in size that they are difficult to work with, and are not in wide use.The next part about model trains is gauge. While this is often confused with scale by many beginners, it is NOT the same as scale, and mixing up the two...more
Building your own boat is an enjoyable activity that has an wonderful outcome: a new boat for you and family and friends to enjoy. But there is more to boat building than just the end product. As with any new hobby, building your first boat will...more
The G scale model trains are one of the larger sizes of trains that are commercially produced. If you want a train any larger than the G scale, chances are you will have to build it yourself. Those who do not want to build their own train can have it...more
Group your items so people looking for certain designs will easily find the matching handmade bracelets and handcrafted necklaces for the handmade earrings they have chosen. Make sure to have a mirror close at hand. Ladies love to hold up the...more
The HO model train is by far the most popular train available on the market. In both European and North American markets, its sales remain the best out of any other scale. Great Britain is one of the only hold outs in the trend, which has caught on...more
There are fantastic model railroading hobby shops all across the United States. These stores all look like a lot of fun to visit, but what are the most popular? Here is a list for the states of Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan.The most popular...more
The first step is locating the ducks. This may take some time. Explore many areas, looking for large flocks of ducks and geese. If you find a flock, be sure to follow them for a few hours in order to discover where their feeding spot is located. ...more