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Model Railroad

A miniature representation of a railroad, including trains, track, scenery, and structures.

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A model railroad is a scaled miniature representation of a railroad system, typically including operating trains, track, scenery, structures, and other details. Model railroads range from simple train sets to elaborate permanent installations. The hobby combines multiple skills: construction, electronics, art, and railroad knowledge.

Examples

•A model railroad can fill a table top or an entire basement

Tips & Best Practices

Start small and expand as your skills develop

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Layout

A model railroad installation, including track, scenery, and supporting infrastructure.

Scale

The proportion ratio between a model and its real-world prototype.

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