27
Sep
World’s Scariest Model Train Wrecks
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A reality show about the scourge of wrecked model trains. Watch it if you dare…
Duration : 0:6:0
21
Sep
N Gauge Trains
Posted by admin, under n gauge trains, toy model trainsToy model trains come in a variety of different scales - one of the most popular types are N gauge trains which have ratio that ranges from 1:148 to 1:160 (this often depends on the manufacturer and country).
The term “gauge” essentially refers to the distance between the rails which in the case of the N scale is 9mm. The name “N Gauge Trains” is based on this distance with the “N” used to refer to the Nine mm.
It is also important note that the terms “N gauge” and “N scale” are regularly used interchangeably and are essentially referring to the same thing.
An appealing aspect of the N scale for enthusiasts is that its small size enables them to build displays and layouts that take up significantly less room the other larger ratios such the HO scale.
It also allows them to put much longer train tracks into their available display space due to the scale being approximately half the size of the HO scale.
However, not all collectors and enthusiasts use the N scale for this purpose - some like to use it to build more detailed or complicated displays and N gauge trains are ideal when this is the goal.
N gauge trains are not the smallest ones available - they are actually quite a bit larger than Z scale trains which have a ratio of 1:220. They do, however, remain a very popular scale of toy model trains.
A popular model is the Little Joe N Scale Train Set
15
Sep
Toy Model Trains – An Enjoyable and Rewarding Hobby
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Many people today participate in and enjoy the design and recreation of model trains and tracks. This hobby is commonly referred to as model railroading and what often attracts enthusiasts is the desire to accurately model and build detailed representations of the surroundings around old and current railways.
There are a wide variety of standards that are particularly popular with enthusiasts – these include the Z scale, N scale, HO scale and O scale. These are all essentially scaled down versions of real life size objects with each one having its own scale ratio.
Many people initially get into this hobby through purchasing a model railroad kit that typically contains toy model trains, along with other items such as trees, crossing signs, roads, electric poles, houses and other buildings, and telephone poles.
Enthusiasts will often choose a theme to follow – for example, some focus specifically on countryside areas (with trees, bushes, animals, fences, etc.), whilst others might focus on mountains (with rivers, streams, and boats), or on recreating older train stations from previous century.
The goal and appeal is normally to make a detailed and accurate representation of the chosen scene with attention to detail often being the key to producing a satisfying result.
This hobby has gone from strength to strength in recent years with more people than ever before becoming interested in the use of toy model trains and the pastime of model railroading.
Whilst some people find it hard to understand the attraction, those of us involved in this area appreciate just how addictive, enjoyable, and rewarding a hobby this is.
A great book for both beginners and more advanced users is that of Track Planning for Realistic Operation by John Armstrong. It discusses a number of different techniques and offers a huge range of tips to help you save both money and time when using and building toy model trains and tracks.
If you’ve not read this book yet, then I would strongly recommend taking a look at it!