The One Stop Station For HO Scale Model Trains
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Are you looking for a specific locomotive or carriage, some scenery material for your layout or maybe a ho scale train set to start with?
Do you need some information on how to start with model trains, or help with your existing layout?
Well, I can help!
My name is Dan and for over 27 years I [...]
How high can the track go & at what rate of speed?
I am building a ho gauge model railroad and need to know how high the track can go at what rate of speed?
Looking for a buyer-I have an extensive collection of HO trains and accesories.?
I lost my husband of 22 years a year ago and he
left me a extensive collection of HO trains that he bought in the late 70’s when he was 15-17 y.o. Is anybody interested in buying it? Does anybody knows anyone who would be interested?
You could also visit a local train show in your area [...]
I have an old HO model train called a Fleischmann Model number 1370- R , " What year was it made"?
You need to get a copy of Greenberg’s Guide to antique toy trains. That will give you a good idea. They grade on wear and tear. Model railroading lasts a lifetime.
Do HO and OO model trains run on the same track?
my son whats thomas the tank engine but with all the OO and HO i dont know what to get?
Yes. Here’s a link you might find helpful.
http://www.hobbiesplus.com.au/scaleandgauge.htm
How much ground clearance does a freight train have?
Like to the rail road ties,i was watching an old movie,and this guy hid by laying in the center,between the rails and the train went over him,is that possible? I think i’d have a heart attack to do that.
Possible 10″. Reguardless…I wouldn’t do it.
If there is enough clearance, how do you avoid the static discharge [...]
HO Model Railroad question, Is there a curved bridge section for sale?
I have an elevated 18 inch radius curved track. I want two or three curved bridge sections. But all I can find for sale in shops are STRAIGHT bridge sections. They are inexpensive, but I really need a CURVED bridge section. Thanks.
I found it myself ($57.00) by doing an internet search [...]
Ho model trains is 1/87Th scale.When building Ho model buildings what measurement equals one foot?
When building Ho model buildings what measurement would equal one foot
In HO scale, 3.5 millimetres represents 1 real foot; this awkward ratio works out to about 1:87.086. In HO, rails are usually spaced 16.5 millimeters apart which models the standard railroad gauge of 4′ 8.5″ or 1435mm.
Model Trains Scale HO – What All Beginners Must Know
By David A Allison
Most Model Trains Scale enthusiasts are adamant about their model train scale of choice. I personally like the HO model train scale for a number of reasons. Some of these are size, detailing of the train cars and scenery and availability of the parts and accessories.
HO Size
The HO model train track is [...]
HO Scale Train Set Accessories
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