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Question by hey mama: can someone tell me about toy train sets?
a relative got my <2 year old a train table for christmas and another is getting him a train set…a normal wooden one. what’s the difference between all the brands? do they all have a standard size (like could you use thomas trains on a circo (the target brand) wooden track) or are they all different and only some fit with certain ones? my mom said there are two different sizes of tracks, so …um… what are they and how do you tell? or is that not the case at all? haha. I’m completely clueless and have to go shopping for the train set for that relative because they can’t get out of the house easily…so any help would be greatly appreciated.

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Question by Angel2008: How many of you are crazy about trains? you know take pictures and collect stuff? ?
What got you started and how old were you when you started?
What is it that fascinates you most about trains?
Do you work for a railroad? Do you have a model train track?
What do you collect?

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Discover Things You Never Knew About Model Trains

Have you ever wondered what the terms “scale” and  “gauge”  mean to model trains?  What the letters mean on a model train set?  Which size of model trains is right for you?  In the following paragraphs, we will answer for these questions relating to model trains.  So sit back and enjoy the ride of your favorite model train!

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Question by Michael C: How do I find out more about a WWI circa Marx Toy Train set? It is made of metal and has a detachable tank?
It is in fair shape with all but the transformer working. I am trying to get an idea as to the value of the set and get it in working shape

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Tips About Ho Brass Model Trains And The Hobby Opportunity

When an individual includes a hobby in to their life they are creating an ideal focus that could assist them discover more pleasure from their life experience.   An unique leisure activity opportunity is found with the opportunity to collect HO brass model trains.   HO brass model trains are replica trains that are 1:87 size of normal trains with an unbelievable quantity of details which assists to provide character to the model.   An even better characteristic of HO brass model trains is that these little collectibles are completely functional, allowing the train or collecting enthusiast  the chance to develop their own train setting distinctly designed around their creative ideas.

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Question by Anthony W: Questions About Lionel Trains?
Ok, i have 2 questions about Lionel Model Trains. Ok, i have a New York Flyer model, a O27 Gauge. It is really rusty and dirty. My first question is how can you clean it without hampering with the electrical stuff? My second question is can i combine it with other O27 Gauge trains? Thanks!

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Learning More About Model Train Tracks

It is obvious that there are two things that you need to know if you are a train enthusiast or model train hobbyist. The first one is of course about your electric model train. And the second one is about the track that you will be using for your model train to run through. When talking about model tracks, there are a lot of things that are needed to be considered especially if your model train kit does not come with a track. It is necessary that model train should be compatible with your model track. There are different sizes of model trains as well as there are also different model train tracks.Erent model train tracks. Model train scales. In order to give you an idea, here are what you need to know about model train scales and model track gauges.

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All about Lionel Model Trains

During their nadir, Lionel model trains were legendary internationally for their focus on detail and the standard of manufacture. They continue to are : from Hogwart’s Express for Harry Potter fans to the Polar Express or merely the straightforward Pennsylvania steam freight train, Lionel offers a large range of trains that are true to the originals, real or hypothetical.
In reality, a Lionel electrical train was one of the first two electric toys to be inducted into the national Toy Hall-Of-Fame ( the other was the straightforward Bake Oven ). It was his marketing expertise that gave rise to the phenomenon of model train collecting at the start of the 20th century.
His idea commenced when he devised moving promoting gondolas employing a tiny electric motor he had developed, and when he revealed that folk were more inquisitive about the gondolas than in the products they were lugging around he got the idea of using his electric motor in toy trains. By means of fantastic dept displays at xmas time Cowen gave rise to a public interest in toy trains, and shortly they were among the state’s most well liked toys.

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Fascinating facts about Model Steam Trains

Model steam trains run on tracks that come in a number of different scales and sizes. The scale represents the relationship to the original size of the train. The scales allow you to find the one that best fits with your needs and available space. This way you can enjoy model stream trains whether you have a lot of space or a very limited amount.

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