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Monthly Archives: September 2008
The One Stop Station For HO Scale Model Trains
Welcome… 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 … Continue reading
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 … Continue reading
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 … Continue reading
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 … Continue reading
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 … Continue reading
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 … Continue reading
HO Scale Train Set Accessories
Collectible Train Accessories Make Your Village Train Display Come Alive with Amazing Details! Exclusives! – These are the collectible train accessories you’ve been looking for! Exciting additions to your train display, each is expertly crafted in lifelike detail and perfectly … Continue reading
Do you have problems with your HO trains falling off the track?
All scales of trains can have problems staying on the track. Most of the time the problem is wheels out alignment and track problems. NMRA makes a device for checking wheel guage, switch points, etc. It can quickly help you … Continue reading
