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Model trains have fascinated people for generations. The detailed reproduction of the railroad world in miniature format is a central purpose in life for real fans. The world of model building combines technology, history and the artistic design of railroads as a varied hobby. Here, creativity and technical understanding are encouraged and you can switch off from everyday life and immerse yourself completely in another world. Model railroad landscapes are not only about the realistically designed trains, but also the construction of the tracks and lovingly designed landscapes with buildings and scenes from everyday life. Here you can see articles and videos from leading manufacturers of model railroads and model building landscapes.
Faller: Create Intricate Miniature Worlds with Model Making
Miniature worlds in the field of model making have been the specialty of the Faller company from the Black Forest for over 70 years. The company produces injection-molded models, primarily model houses. The main area of application is model railroads. Another mainstay o... Model making miniature worlds - Faller
Lenz: Premium Track 0 Steam Locomotives for Collectors
The Lenz company has been dedicated to building model railroads for 40 years. About 20 years ago, company founder Bernd Lenz, who initially came from the model railway electronics sector and worked for the model railroad supply industry, realized that there was a gap in... Track 0 steam locomotives - Lenz
Märklin model trains: Precision and attention to detail in miniature worlds
The world-famous traditional model train manufacturer Märklin has been producing model trains since the end of the 19th century. Originally founded in Göppingen in 1859, the company mainly produced dolls' tableware and tin toys until it entered the model train market ar... Model trains - Märklin
NOCH model railroads: Layouts with authentic and lively elements
The NOCH company is known for its high-quality model railway products, which are characterized by a truly detailed design and realistic landscaping. With a wide range of accessories, such as trees, figures and buildings, NOCH offers model train enthusiasts the opportuni... Model trains - NOCH
Märklin Model Railroads: Bringing Classic Toys to Life at Spielwarenmesse 2017
The hobby of model railroading or model trains accompanies many enthusiasts throughout their lives. We don't know whether the word Märklin is already a synonym in the dictionary, but many people use it accordingly. And not without reason. You are amazed when you see how... Märklin model railroads
NOCH model building: Landscapes and details just like the original
With its own claim of “just like the original,” NOCH has clearly positioned itself in model railway and diorama construction for decades. At the trade fair, it becomes clear that this is not about individual effects or technical gimmicks, but about creating the most har... NOCH Model Landscaping
Märklin anniversary locomotive for the dealer initiative
To mark the 30th anniversary of the Märklin dealer initiative, Märklin has presented a special model that is deliberately not designed as a regular series locomotive. The anniversary locomotive is an exclusive product for specialist retailers and, at the same time, a vi... Märklin Special Edition
LGB cogwheel locomotive: From historical prototype to metal model
The LGB cogwheel locomotive presented here is based on an extraordinary historical prototype from Switzerland. Specifically, it is a locomotive from the Furka Mountain Railway, whose history extends far beyond the Alpine region. Around a hundred years ago, the engines w... Furka Locomotive
Railway in a suitcase between model building, slowing down and everyday life
For decades, railways have been one of the most enduring themes in toys and collectibles. Hardly any other hobby combines technology, design and nostalgia as consistently as model railway building. For a long time, it was considered stationary, space-consuming and time-... Model building, slowing down and everyday lifeTrack gauges play a central role in the world of model railroads. This is because the gauges determine the size and scale of the models. These gauges range from the tiny Z-gauge, a gauge that is ideal for very small spaces, to G-gauge, which can be found in large exhibitions or outdoor areas. Each gauge has its own fanbase and offers completely different possibilities for landscaping around the locomotives. The choice of gauge is ultimately a question of space, preferences and also financial possibilities.
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