Interesting Facts and Variations About Model Trains
                     Interseting Facts and 
Variations About Model 
Trains
Model Trains 
Scale
The following scales are listed from 
highest to lowest. There are other 
scales, but these are by far the most 
popular choice among model trains 
enthusiasts.
• G scale
• O scale
• S Scale
• TT Scale
• Z Scale
• HO Scale
• N Scale
G scale O Scale
Their large size makes them best Like the G scale, the O scale is 
suited for outdoor gardens, hence popular due to its larger but slightly 
the nickname "garden train". They smaller 1:48 scale size, making it 
started in Germany and are 1:22.5 easier to work with and use, 
the actual size of a train. Their size especially for those with smaller 
makes them resilient to rough use; hands, taller or frailer. This scale is 
they derail less often and are easier also a great option for kids.
to manage. The disadvantages are: Another thing to consider is the 
They require more outdoor care if higher cost of the O-Scale train and 
you live in wetter climates. its accessories. Lionel is famous for 
popularizing the O scale and has 
They don't offer many operational been for decades, so there are 
accessories like; automatic gates, plenty of accessories.
remote-controlled bridges, etc.
This scale size is in the middle at 1:64. It only takes up 10% 
S Scale more space than an HO scale and is becoming increasingly 
popular. The detailing on the trains is good and there is a 
wide range of reasonably priced accessories.
TT Scale This scale is smaller than the HO scale of 1/120. This 
model railway is very popular in Europe but has few fans 
in North America. The availability and price of parts 
depend on the continent you are from.
This is a great option for those short on space, as the Z 
Z Scale
Scale is the smallest 1/220 scale of a train. This scale is 
perfect for installing in offices or on top of a home office 
with lots of opportunities for detail.
HO Scale N Scale
HO Scale is the most popular 
model railroad scale in the Model trains are available in a variety of 
world. It was introduced in sizes and scales. N Scale, ranging from 
1948 by the National Model 1:148 to 1:160 the size of a real train, is 
Railroad Association (NMRA) one of the most popular. To put it in 
and is 1:87th the size of real perspective, a 70-foot locomotive would be 
trains. HO Scale model trains between 5-1/4" and 5-5/8" long. N scale 
are available in a wide variety model trains can be stored almost 
of locomotives, rolling stock, anywhere. A 2'x8' or even 3'x5' piece of 
buildings, and accessories. It plywood can be used to create a simple 
is half the size of the O scale oval ring configuration. Since they fit on a 
and twice the size of the N kitchen or dining table, N Scale model 
scale. HO scale trains are trains were called "table trains". This helps 
available in both electric and make model railways more accessible for 
diesel varieties. They are those with limited space; when using the N 
often used to model scenes scale, you don't need a vacant space or 
from around North America. basement to have a good facility.
To experience this miniature art, there are many model railway museums around the world. There 
are the names of some famous miniature museums.
· Northalndz Miniature Wonderland
· Wunderland "Hamburg, Germany"
· Yoji Tabuchi's Japanese Micro-Layouts
· The Great Train Story
· The Miniature Railroad & Village
All these railroad miniatures are different from the real world. These places are a source of 
inspiration for those interested in this type of art. These museums are the motivation of the people.