Beginner Guides What Model Train is The Hogwarts Express? It's the train that's synonymous with the Harry Potter franchise and is instantly recognizable to fans of the movies. But what model train is the Hogwarts Express? This guide explores the origins of this iconic steam locomotive.
Train Sets How Fast Do Model Trains Go? A guide to the top speed of popular train sets, how to run them to their potential, and the history of the fastest scale locomotives on record.
Beginner Guides How to Sell Model Trains and Hornby Train Sets Review the best options for selling model trains, from online auctions through to hobby stores and achieve maximum returns from your Hornby train sets.
Beginner Guides Are Model Trains Toys? Let's take a look at the comparison between model trains and toys to see the differences and features of both. Can toys be considered model trains?
Maintenance and Cleaning How Long Do Model Trains Last? Discover how long a model train can run for whilst taking into account maintenance and operating considerations that affect the longevity of your rolling stock.
Beginner Guides Guide to the Best Model Train Brands Which model train manufacturer is best? In this guide we'll compare the most popular model railroad brands and discover who makes the best model trains.
Beginner Guides Is N Scale Cheaper than HO? Find out which of these popular model train scales is the least expensive for building a model railroad layout. Compare the price difference between N scale and HO scale trains.
Train Sets A Guide to Train Sets for Under the Christmas Tree Discover the origins of this festive tradition, the best train sets for the Holidays, and why running trains around the Christmas tree is so popular.
Train Sets Are Old Hornby Trains Valuable? A guide to the value of old Hornby train sets, how to assess their value, what's needed to work out how much they're worth, and the factors that influence prices.
Track Planning How Steep Can a Model Train Climb? Find out the maximum gradient that model trains can safely climb whilst maintaining reliable and efficient operation.
Train Sets How to Uncouple Hornby Trains In this article we take a look at how to uncouple Hornby trains safely in order to prevent damage to your model trains and track.
Train Sets Why Does My Model Train Slow Down? Let's take a look at some of the reasons for poor performance of model trains and how to resolve these issues to ensure your locomotives run smoothly.
Train Sets Are Model Trains a Dying Hobby? Model railroading has always been popular but many have started to ask are model trains a dying hobby. Find out if rail transport modelling is still in demand and whether model trains will still be popular in future years.
Train Sets Why Are Model Trains So Expensive? Model trains are a very popular hobby around the world. But why do they cost so much to buy? In this guide, we'll explain what makes model trains so expensive and whether they are worth it in terms of value for money.
Train Sets Featured What are Model Train Scales? Modelling Gauges Explained Model trains come in a variety of scales and gauges. This guide explains model train scales in detail and considers the best gauge to use in rail transport modelling. A number of commercially available model railway gauges can be used to build a great layout.
Train Sets What is Z Gauge? A Guide to Z Scale Model Trains A guide to Z scale model trains and how they compare to HO or OO gauge. Find out if the best Z gauge trains are suited to small spaces or are a cost effective option for a DCC model railway layout.
Train Sets Can OO Gauge Model Trains Run on HO Track? Discover whether OO gauge model trains, locomotive and buildings are fully compatible with HO track and find the best train scale and most popular gauge to run on your model railway.
Train Sets Featured A Complete Guide to the Best Train Sets Compare and review the best train sets for kids, adults and model rail hobbyists. Find a great electric train set by searching in the top online guide featuring quality advice, tips and reviews.
Train Sets How to Find Model Railway Shops Near You Search our model train store directory and find the best model railway shop near you. Browse for good model train stores in New York, Chicago, London that offer high quality train sets and have excellent service.
Train Sets How to Set Up a Hornby Train Set for Beginners Learn how to build your Hornby train set by following our step by step beginners guide. Get your first Hornby model railway started and set up first time using simple, easy to follow steps.
Train Sets Guide to The Best Wooden Train Sets from Brio, Bigjigs, Thomas in 2023 The ultimate guide to the best wooden train sets for children, from beginners starter toy trains to large train sets. We'll take a look at the best wood trains from leading brands including Brio, Bigjigs and Thomas
Train Sets Are N Gauge Train Sets Better than OO Gauge? Let's take a look at the differences and advantages of N gauge vs OO Gauge to determine the best scale in which to build your next model railway layout.
Train Sets New Hornby Train Sets For 2021 Take a look at the new Hornby Train Sets released in 2021. Summertime Coca-Cola train set, iTravller 6000 train set, Valley Drifter trian set. Find out more.
Train Sets Featured The Best Train Set Deals for Black Friday 2023 Take a look at some of the best toy train deals available for the 2023 Black Friday and Cyber Monday promotions, including train sets from Hornby, Fisher-Price and Brio.
Train Sets Featured DC vs DCC Model Trains If you're just starting out in the model railway hobby, you'll have likely come across the two different types of model trains – DC and DCC. Learn which is the best control system for building your model railway layout. What’s the difference between DCC and DC model trains?
