Scales & Gauges

S Scale

A scale at 1:64 proportion, between HO and O, historically associated with American Flyer trains.

Full Definition

S scale represents 1/64th of the prototype and uses 7/8 inch (22.2mm) gauge track. The scale is most associated with American Flyer trains produced by A.C. Gilbert Company from the 1940s-1960s. S scale offers a nice middle ground between HO and O - larger than HO for better detail visibility, smaller than O for reasonable space requirements. While less popular than HO or N, S scale has a devoted following and benefits from the efforts of S Scale Workshop and others.

Examples

•An S scale boxcar is approximately 9 inches long

Tips & Best Practices

American Flyer equipment runs on two-rail track, unlike Lionel O gauge

Related Terms

HO Scale

The most popular model railroad scale at 1:87 proportion, running on 16.5mm gauge track.

O Scale

A larger scale at 1:48 proportion popular for its impressive detail and presence.

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