 |
 Money Making Pesola ScaleGhost PowderBhut JolokiaOhaus Ranked 1 by Searches  US $9,999,999.00
|
 RMS TITANIC THE GRAND STAIRCASE MINIATURE SCALE 1 12 US $150,000.00
|
 ATLAS SLOT CAR RACING COLLECTION 124 132 187 HO SCALE US $112,935.80 |
 Used Pneumatic Scale F148 TC4510 over capper with cap u US $79,500.00 |
 1 8 scale scratch built 1931 Daimler Double Six by giuseppe da Corte US $75,000.00
|
 Automatic Large Scale Biodiesel Processor US $70,000.00
|
| Powered by phpBay Pro |
Scale Model Trains: What Does That Mean?
Model trains are available in a variety of different sizes that are denoted as scales. This spectrum of sizes ranges from miniature train sets to large models that designed to be set up outdoors. There are two terms used in association of collecting model trains, they are gauge and scale. Scale is used to describe the ratio of a model to the actual train that it depicts and gauge refers to the track width.
When it comes to model railroad collecting the choice of scale is usually the most important aspect that needs to be decided before the collection can start. It is a matter of personal preference as well as experience and don't forget what may be the most important part of the equation, which is your budget. Although there are many different scales available for you to choose from the HO is one of the most popular.
The HO model train scale is by far the most common amongst the scales. The approximate ratio of HO model trains is 1:87. You will also be able to find variations in the HO scales. The HO is popular since it comes in various gauges and is very easy to work with. The detail is outstanding and the size of the train is somewhat like a popular fairytale. It's size is not to small, it's not to big.....it's just right!
Not only will you be able to find HO model trains with utmost ease but also one of the biggest advantages of sticking to this scale is that you will easily be able to find a wide variety of accessories with which you can enhance your model train display.
Next in line on the popularity chart is the N scale model trains. The N scale has the ratio of 1:160 that makes them considerably smaller than the HO. For my taste the N scale is to small and the detailing on the locomotives and cars is not as intricate as on the HO scale. One other detail that should be mentioned is that accessories for the N scale are much less available than for the HO and other model trains because their small size makes them complex and difficult to work with and the number of units sold has reduced worldwide demand therefore making this a difficult train to collect. However there is one big benefit with this standard and that is the fact that you can set up an extensive railroading track in a relatively small space. The N scale tends to be more popular with kids and individuals that have limited space to work with and are not interested in large detailed railroad layouts.
The other three scales in the fab five list are the O (1:48), the Z (1:220) and the big daddy himself, the G (1:24). There are other scales available but are not considered to be big collector items since their popularity is so small. The fewer retail units sold means fewer accessories. Collectors tend to lean toward the fab five and then it is the individual's personal taste in scale that seems to be the determining factor in their collection. So spend some time and consider your space, your budget and your personal taste and come on aboard.
About the Author
Michael Weston is a Model Train Expert with over 25 years of collecting experience. For great information on
scale model trains
, visit
http://www.modeltrainsexpert.com
|
|
Money Making Pesola ScaleGhost PowderBhut JolokiaOhaus Ranked 1 by Searches US $9,999,999.00
|
RMS TITANIC THE GRAND STAIRCASE MINIATURE SCALE 1 12 US $150,000.00
|
ATLAS SLOT CAR RACING COLLECTION 124 132 187 HO SCALE US $112,935.80 |
|
Used Pneumatic Scale F148 TC4510 over capper with cap u US $79,500.00 |
1 8 scale scratch built 1931 Daimler Double Six by giuseppe da Corte US $75,000.00
|
Automatic Large Scale Biodiesel Processor US $70,000.00
|
 1 8 scale scratch built 1925 Isotta Frashini by giuseppe da Corte US $45,000.00
|
 BIOSTAT C DCU Lab Scale Fermentor US $43,000.00
|
 1 8 scale scratch built 1921Rolls Royce Sedanica de Ville by giuseppe da Corte US $35,000.00
|
 Walasse Ting FOUR FISH WITH SCALES Original Painting US $35,000.00
|
 1 8 scale scratch built 1912 Fiat O by giuseppe da Corte US $35,000.00
|
 SWC Small scale Classical Secretary Bookcase NY c1815 US $34,000.00 |
 Used BemisáModel 6162D Duplex Net Weigh Scale W Comp US $29,500.00 |
 LOT of 20 Hobart Quantum Scale w WARRANTY US $29,000.00
|
 Award Winning 1 24th Scale English Tidal Mill US $28,143.00
|
 119 FRENCH ART DECO GRAND SCALE PARCHMENT BUFFET 1930 US $28,050.00
|
 THE SCALE USED IN THE OPENING SCENE OF SAW 6 US $27,152.32
|
 Polar 115 EMC Scale Jogging Staion Side Tables US $25,000.00
|
 7337 Grand Scale 18th C Oil on Canvas Portrait of an English Barrister US $22,500.00
|
 Truck Scale Trade Approved US $20,000.00
|
 Eagle Parsons 24 head rotary stainless combo scale US $20,000.00
|
 Brand New Zeiss Arri 180mm Ultra Prime Lens Feet Scale PL Mount Primes Lenses US $20,000.00
|
 lost in space 11scale lifesize b9 robot US $19,999.00
|
 Scale Computing Storagenode SN2000 iSCSI SAN NAS 20TB US $19,999.00
|
 Shipping Scale and Package Dimensioner Measuring Device US $19,995.00
|
 ISHIDA 14 Head Rotary Scale US $19,500.00
|
 ACCUCRAFT 7 1 2 GAUGE 2 1 2 SCALE FORNEY COAL FIRED NEW US $19,500.00
|
 WeighPack w 3 Head Linear Weigh Scale US $16,500.00
|
 Rare Large Scale 17th Century Oak Refectory Table US $16,000.00
|
 350 GAL SS STEAM JACKETED MIXING TANK KETTLE W SCALE US $16,000.00
|
 MORSE VERTICAL LIFT DRUM POURER 106 SCALE EQUIPPED US $14,900.00
|
 WEIGH PAK LINEAR SCALE model AEF 25 US $14,750.00
|
 WEIGH PAK LINEAR SCALE model AEF 9 US $14,750.00
|
 ACCURATE FEEDER AUGER FILLER FILLING MACHINE W SCALE US $12,900.00
|
 Used Chemithon 9 TubeáPilot Scale Turbo Tube Reactor US $12,500.00 |
 Used Bemis Bulk Bag Weigh Scale Filler Model 6134E95 US $12,500.00 |
 RECONDITIONED DIVIDER ROUNDER SCALE O MATIC S 300 US $10,500.00
|
 Scale o matic S300 Divider Rounder US $10,500.00
|
 ATWOOD SCALE O MATIC S300 FLAWLESS CONDITION WATCH VIDEOS US $10,250.00
|
 ENDO HO Scale JR Shinkansen Bullet Train Series E5 Hayabusa 10 Car Limited US $8,999.99
|
 APC Symmetra LX 12kVA Scale to 16kVA SYA12K16PXR US $8,999.00
|
 SCALE O MATIC DOUGH ROUNDER DIVIDER ATWOOD US $8,997.00
|
 USED BULK BIN WITH BAGGING SCALE AND STAND BAG SCALE US $8,500.00
|
 16TH SCALE MARK 1 FULLY WORKING R C KING TIGER TANK US $8,500.00
|
 SCALE O MATIC S300 DOUGH DIVIDER AND ROUNDER US $8,497.00
|
 NEW DIGITAL OPEN MOUTH BAGGING SCALE FOR FREE FLOWING PRODUCTS US MADE US $7,890.00
|
 USED Westfalia SA1 06 175 pilot scale desludger Sanit US $7,875.00 |
| Powered by phpBay Pro |