Hobby trains

One of the easiest and best ways to get started in model railroading is with a 4x8 train layout in HO scale. Get some track planning ideas here.

With trains dating back more than 150 years and intricate and animated displays, this toy train barn is great for the young - or the young at heart.

Frank Sinatra’s O gauge railroad in Rancho Mirage, Calif. was started in the mid 1950s and included many Lionel trains and accessories.

Save your time, money and heartache. Here's what I've learned after building over 25 OO, N and HO model train layouts.

Top rated HO model train layouts including detailed views of HO scale track work, scenery and locomotives.

Train sets have been a passion for millions of people all over the world for a very long time. Lets look at the best electric train sets you should own!

model train wire trees

How to get model railway track cheap. Don't waste money on track for your model railway, follow these 7 tips and save money.

N scale model train layouts are among the most popular layout plan among serious hobbyists. At the same time, it is a good place to start for those who are new to this hobby. Whichever stage you are in this hobby, take time to explore these ideas for N scale train layouts to get you started.

Layout by Dan & Mick Lawrence

Few passersby likely are aware that just above the Old 4th Distillery is a 1,400-square-foot, man-made landscape of hills, bridges, depots, and towns, with more than 93 working track switches. The Great Southern Lines is the largest model train layout in Atlanta.

HO scale model trains

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Wiring for a model railroad layout – it‘s a subject that can be easy or complicated. I like to manage my wiring so that later on, if need be, I’ll be able to trace each wire back to its source.

The huge haul of model engines in Lichfield, Staffs, described as a 'trainspotter's dream come true' and the biggest ever produced, has attracted the interest of collectors and trainspotters from all over the UK.

My favorite part of Castle Farms was the train station. I didn't get the name of the train engineer, but he has the coolest job. When I was taking the pictures, he was making repairs to the 1,500 feet of track that was required due to the wind storm. He was also starting to put out the trains. I had to return to my booth so I never was able to see the track with all the trains.

Want to build a model train layout but have limited space? Our list of model railroad layouts for small spaces will help fix that!

Here's a wide variety of model railroad track plans for beginners.