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.

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

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

All aboard, Choo, Choo! Have you ever thought about building a train for your backyard? Follow our 8 step guide to learn how to build a backyard train!

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

Take you size and color which is appropriate for your scale, locale. Many model train layouts use the rocks in the local area as ballast.

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