Best Hobby Train Sets - Buying Guide
Last Updated: 05/05/2024
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Bachmann Trains - Empire Builder Ready To Run 68 Piece Electric Train Set - N Scale
Asin: B0006KQHLA | Model: 24009 | PartNumber: 24009 | Ean: 7106995032293, 0022899240091 | UPC: 022899240091
Features
- Complete Ready To Run 68 Piece Freight Train Set
- Powered by a Northern 4-8-4 Steam Era Locomotive and Tender with Operating Headlight
- Includes; Wood Reefer Car, Single Dome Tank Car, Center-Flow Hopper Car, Plug-Door Box Car, Wood Stock Car, Wood Braced Gondola Car, Open Quad Offset Hopper Car, Off-Set Cupola Caboose, Railroad Signs, Street Signs, and Telephone Poles
- 44 x 24 Oval of Nickel Silver E-Z Track , Power Pack and Speed Controller
- N Scale 1:160
- Designed for Use by Experienced Hobbyist Not Meant for Beginners
- Small Highly Detailed Components For Consumers Ages 14 and Up
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Includes; Wood Reefer Car, Single Dome Tank Car, Center-Flow Hopper Car, Plug-Door Box Car, Wood Stock Car, Wood Braced Gondola Car, Open Quad Offset Hopper Car, Off-Set Cupola Caboose, Railroad Signs, Street Signs, And Telephone Poles.
Small Highly Detailed Components – For Consumers Ages 14 And Up.
N Scale 1:160.
Designed For Use By Experienced Hobbyist – Not Meant For Beginners.
44" X 24" Oval Of Nickel Silver E-Z Track , Power Pack And Speed Controller.
Powered By A Northern 4-8-4 Steam Era Locomotive And Tender With Operating Headlight.
First Available: 05/07/2021
Brand: Bachmann | Manufacturer: Bachmann Industries Inc.
Dimensions: 20.00 x 3.00 x 18.00 inches | Weight: 3.90 pounds
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty - Warranty information can be found at www.bachmanntrains.com Click on Service department tab.
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Bachmann Trains - Durango & Silverton Ready To Run Electric Train Set - N Scale 0.5 Liters
Asin: B007923CBG | Model: 24020 | PartNumber: 24020 | Ean: 6953051978108, 0022899240206, 7106998882970, 4516793511938 | UPC: 022899240206
Features
- Complete Ready To Run Old-Time Passenger Train Set
- Powered by a 0-6-0 Steam Era Locomotive with Tender
- Includes; Old-Time Combine Car, and Two Old-Time Coaches
- 34 x 24 Oval of Nickel Silver E-Z Track, Power Pack and Speed Controller
- N Scale 1:160
- Designed for Use by Experienced Hobbyist Not Meant for Beginners
- Small Highly Detailed Components For Consumers Ages 14 and Up
- NOTE: Refer to Instructional Video from the Image Section and the User Manual from the Technical Specification Before Use Which is Highly Essential.
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Includes; Old-Time Combine Car, And Two Old-Time Coaches.
Small Highly Detailed Components – For Consumers Ages 14 And Up.
Note: Refer To Instructional Video From The Image Section And The User Manual From The Technical Specification Before Use Which Is Highly Essential..
N Scale 1:160.
Designed For Use By Experienced Hobbyist – Not Meant For Beginners.
34" X 24" Oval Of Nickel Silver E-Z Track, Power Pack And Speed Controller.
Powered By A 0-6-0 Steam Era Locomotive With Tender.
First Available: 05/07/2021
Brand: Bachmann | Manufacturer: Bachmann Industries
Dimensions: 1.50 x 34.00 x 24.00 inches | Weight: 2.00 pounds
Warranty: Locomotive has a Limited Lifetime Warranty, all other parts have a 90 day warrantee
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Bachmann Trains - Yard Boss Ready To Run Electric Train Set - N Scale
Asin: B000EHJ8XE | Model: 24014 | PartNumber: 24014 | Ean: 0022899240145 | UPC: 022899240145
Features
- Complete Ready To Run Freight Train Set
- Powered by a 0-6-0 Steam Era Locomotive with Tender
- Includes; Box Car, Quad Hopper Car, and Wide-Vision Caboose
- 24 Circle of Nickel Silver E-Z Track , Power Pack and Speed Controller
- N Scale 1:160
- Designed for Use by Experienced Hobbyist Not Meant for Beginners
- Small Highly Detailed Components For Consumers Ages 14 and Up
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Includes; Box Car, Quad Hopper Car, And Wide-Vision Caboose.
Small Highly Detailed Components – For Consumers Ages 14 And Up.
N Scale 1:160.
Designed For Use By Experienced Hobbyist – Not Meant For Beginners.
24" Circle Of Nickel Silver E-Z Track , Power Pack And Speed Controller.
Powered By A 0-6-0 Steam Era Locomotive With Tender.
First Available: 05/07/2021
Brand: Bachmann | Manufacturer: Bachmann Industries Inc.
Dimensions: 14.00 x 3.00 x 9.00 inches | Weight: 4.00 Pounds
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty - Warranty information can be found at www.bachmanntrains.com Click on Service department tab.
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Bachmann Trains - Pacific Flyer Ready To Run Electric Train Set - HO Scale
Asin: B001RG0LLE | Model: 692 | PartNumber: 692
Ean: 0022899006925, 0044945296807, 7106998803661, 0787799979976, 0062274917262, 0033170864905, 8908003272252
UPC: 062274917262, 044945296807, 022899006925, 787799979976
Features
- Complete Ready To Run Freight Train Set
- Powered by a 0-6-0 Steam Era Locomotive and Tender with Operating Headlight
- Includes; Gondola Car, Box Car, and Off-Set Cupola Caboose
- 36 Circle of Snap-Fit E-Z Track, Power Pack and Speed Controller
- HO Scale 1:87
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Includes; Gondola Car, Box Car, And Off-Set Cupola Caboose.
Ho Scale 1:87.
36" Circle Of Snap-Fit E-Z Track, Power Pack And Speed Controller.
Powered By A 0-6-0 Steam Era Locomotive And Tender With Operating Headlight.
First Available: 01/01/2018
Brand: Bachmann | Manufacturer: Bachmann Industries Inc.
Dimensions: 28.00 x 3.00 x 18.00 inches | Weight: 2.20 Pounds
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty - Warranty information can be found at www.bachmanntrains.com Click on Service department tab.
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Kato USA Model Train Products N Scale Union Pacific Excursion Train 7-Car Set
Asin: B00QSOI1E4 | Model: 106-086 | PartNumber: 106-086 | Ean: 0787799636053, 7753668526421, 4949727662824, 0716080194941 | UPC: 716080194941, 787799636053
Features
- 7 Car Train Set featuring modern era Heritage Cars (locomotive sold separately)
- Fully ready to roll with no additional detail parts or assembly required
- Can be illuminated with optional interior lighting LED kits (sold separately)
- Features 3 unique UP cars, two of which are new and unique molds for this train
- Elegant packaging good for storage and display when not operating the train
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Can Be Illuminated With Optional Interior Lighting Led Kits (Sold Separately).
Elegant Packaging Good For Storage And Display When Not Operating The Train.
Features 3 Unique Up Cars, Two Of Which Are New And Unique Molds For This Train.
Fully Ready To Roll With No Additional Detail Parts Or Assembly Required.
Brand: Kato | Manufacturer: Kato Trains
Dimensions: 1.38 x 45.00 x 0.75 inches | Weight: 1.00 pounds
Warranty: 60 day warranty against manufacturer defects.
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Bachmann Trains - Daylight Special - Ready to Run Electric Train Set - HO Scale 0.5 Liters
Asin: B0B4GM9PZH | Model: 776 | PartNumber: 776 | Ean: 0022899007762 | UPC: 022899007762
Features
- Complete Ready To Run Passenger Train Set
- Powered by a Southern Pacific GS-4 4-8-4 steam locomotive with smoke and operating headlight
- Includes; 72 smooth-side baggage car, 85 smooth-side coach with interior lighting, 85 smooth-side observation car with interior lighting
- 81 x 45 oval of snap-fit E-Z Track, power pack and speed controller
- HO Scale 1:87
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Includes; 72’ Smooth-Side Baggage Car, 85’ Smooth-Side Coach With Interior Lighting, 85’ Smooth-Side Observation Car With Interior Lighting.
Ho Scale 1:87.
81” X 45” Oval Of Snap-Fit E-Z Track, Power Pack And Speed Controller.
Powered By A Southern Pacific Gs-4 4-8-4 Steam Locomotive With Smoke And Operating Headlight.
First Available: 03/15/2023
Brand: Bachmann | Manufacturer: Bachmann
Dimensions: 2.50 x 81.00 x 45.00 inches | Weight: 1.00 pounds
Warranty: 1 Year Warranty Against Manufacturer Defects
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Lionel Disney 100 Years of Wonder LionChief Bluetooth 5.0 Electric O Gauge Train Set with Remote
Asin: B0BSS6YL5K | Model: 2323040 | PartNumber: 2323040 | Ean: 0023922051912 | UPC: 023922051912
Features
- Lionel is excited to team up Disney to honor 100 years of wonder and memories with our new Disney 100 Years of Wonder Electric O Gauge Bluetooth 5.0 Train Set with Remote. Train set is molded in a unique Disney 100th Celebration finish, highlights silhouettes of our favorite Disney Characters, features LED interior illumination and a coach car that contains a disappearing Mickey Mouse figurine.
- This (19) piece Disney 100 Years of Wonder Electric O Gauge Train Set includes a Steam Locomotive, Tender, Disappearing Mickey Mouse Coach Car, Celebration Coach Car, Observation Car, (8) Curved FasTrack sections, (2) Ten-inch Straight FasTrack sections, (1) Terminal FasTrack section, (1) Plug-Expand-Play Power Lock-on section, a Wall-pack Power supply, and a Remote Control.
- Operation Technology via the Lionel LionChief App includes Bluetooth 5.0 that allows you to operate your train via any compatible smart device, Lionel Voice Control (LVC) runs your locomotive by speaking commands into a smart device. Voice Streaming and Recording (VSR) records your own voice to generate custom announcements, or stream your voice live through the engine. RailSounds RC Sound System controls steam chuffing, background sounds, whistle, bell, and user activated announcements. Our FasTrack System features a prototypical look and snaps together for tight, reliable connections.
- Features include an electric locomotive controlled by remote control, powerful maintenance-free motor, on/off switch for sounds, operating couplers, steam chuffing and background sounds, whistle, bell, user-activated announcements, puffing smoke, operating headlight, molded in unique Disney 100 Celebration finish, interior LED illumination and disappearing Mickey Mouse figure on coach car. Remote features a forward and reverse speed control knob, (3) buttons for whistle, bell, special announcements and requires (3) AAA alkaline batteries (not included).
- Train Set requires (3) AAA Alkaline Batteries (not included)for operation. Phillip screwdriver is required to access battery compartment on remote control (not included). Lubricate wheels, axles, and linkage regularly to avoid squeaks and wear. Wipe with a soft cloth occasionally after use to keep track and wheels free from dirt and grease. Remove all batteries when the train will not be used for an extended period of time. Recommended for ages 14 years and up.
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Operation Technology Via The Lionel Lionchief App Includes Bluetooth 5.0 That Allows You To Operate Your Train Via Any Compatible Smart Device, Lionel Voice Control (Lvc) Runs Your Locomotive By Speaking Commands Into A Smart Device. Voice Streaming And Recording (Vsr) Records Your Own Voice To Generate Custom Announcements, Or Stream Your Voice Live Through The Engine. Railsounds Rc Sound System Controls Steam Chuffing, Background Sounds, Whistle, Bell, And User Activated Announcements. Our Fastrack System Features A Prototypical Look And Snaps Together For Tight, Reliable Connections..
Train Set Requires (3) Aaa Alkaline Batteries (Not Included)For Operation. Phillip Screwdriver Is Required To Access Battery Compartment On Remote Control (Not Included). Lubricate Wheels, Axles, And Linkage Regularly To Avoid Squeaks And Wear. Wipe With A Soft Cloth Occasionally After Use To Keep Track And Wheels Free From Dirt And Grease. Remove All Batteries When The Train Will Not Be Used For An Extended Period Of Time. Recommended For Ages 14 Years And Up..
Features Include An Electric Locomotive Controlled By Remote Control, Powerful Maintenance-Free Motor, On/Off Switch For Sounds, Operating Couplers, Steam Chuffing And Background Sounds, Whistle, Bell, User-Activated Announcements, Puffing Smoke, Operating Headlight, Molded In Unique Disney 100 Celebration Finish, Interior Led Illumination And Disappearing Mickey Mouse Figure On Coach Car. Remote Features A Forward And Reverse Speed Control Knob, (3) Buttons For Whistle, Bell, Special Announcements And Requires (3) Aaa Alkaline Batteries (Not Included)..
This (19) Piece Disney 100 Years Of Wonder Electric O Gauge Train Set Includes A Steam Locomotive, Tender, Disappearing Mickey Mouse Coach Car, Celebration Coach Car, Observation Car, (8) Curved Fastrack Sections, (2) Ten-Inch Straight Fastrack Sections, (1) Terminal Fastrack Section, (1) Plug-Expand-Play Power Lock-On Section, A Wall-Pack Power Supply, And A Remote Control..
First Available: 10/29/2023
Brand: Lionel | Manufacturer: Lionel
Dimensions: 6.25 x 18.75 x 16.75 inches | Weight: 12.50 pounds
Warranty: 1 Year Warranty Against Manufacturer Defects
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Hornby The Flying Scotsman A1Class 4472 OO Electric Model Train Set HO Track with US Power Supply R1255M , Green
Asin: B08485CDVW | Model: R1255M | PartNumber: R1255M | Ean: 5055286671067
Features
- The train includes a 4-6-2 "Flying Scotsman" locomotive, two composite coaches, and a brake coach It is operated using the R8250 train controller provided.
- The track circuit sits easily on the 1600 x 1180 mm MidiMat included, and by adding Hornby track it can soon be developed into a very effective model railway layout.
- The gift of a Hornby train set is the gateway to a whole new experience, a world of model railways where nostalgia is shared between generations and new memories are forged. Hornby is a household name and is famous as an international brand LEADER in the model railway hobby.
- Comes with everything needed to run the train right out of the box. Considered an introductory starter model train set into the world of hobby trains, geared more for the hobbyist, rather than a toy, and requires a bit more car than a beginner train set.
- This train set is OO scale while the track can also run HO scale. The set is electric and comes with a US Transformer that plugs directly into the wall.
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The Gift Of A Hornby Train Set Is The Gateway To A Whole New Experience, A World Of Model Railways Where Nostalgia Is Shared Between Generations And New Memories Are Forged. Hornby Is A Household Name And Is Famous As An International Brand Leader In The Model Railway Hobby..
This Train Set Is Oo Scale While The Track Can Also Run Ho Scale. The Set Is Electric And Comes With A Us Transformer That Plugs Directly Into The Wall..
Comes With Everything Needed To Run The Train Right Out Of The Box. Considered An Introductory Starter Model Train Set Into The World Of Hobby Trains, Geared More For The Hobbyist, Rather Than A Toy, And Requires A Bit More Car Than A Beginner Train Set..
The Track Circuit Sits Easily On The 1600 X 1180 Mm Midimat Included, And By Adding Hornby Track It Can Soon Be Developed Into A Very Effective Model Railway Layout..
First Available: 07/24/2020
Brand: HORNBY | Manufacturer: Hornby
Dimensions: 4.00 x 32.00 x 13.00 inches | Weight: 6.39 pounds
Warranty: 1 Year Warranty Against Manufacturer Defects
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Bachmann Trains - Yard Master - Ready to Run Electric Train Set - HO Scale
Asin: B08HVXL6XS | Model: 761 | PartNumber: 761 | Ean: 0022899007618 | UPC: 022899007618
Features
- Complete Ready To Run Freight Train Set
- Powered by a Baldwin 0-6-0 Steam Era Locomotive with Operating Headlight, Smoke, and Slope Tender
- Includes; Gondola Car, and Off-Set Cupola Caboose
- 36 Circle of Snap-Fit E-Z Track, Power Pack and Speed Controller
- HO Scale 1:87
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Includes; Gondola Car, And Off-Set Cupola Caboose.
Ho Scale 1:87.
36" Circle Of Snap-Fit E-Z Track, Power Pack And Speed Controller.
Powered By A Baldwin 0-6-0 Steam Era Locomotive With Operating Headlight, Smoke, And Slope Tender.
First Available: 09/10/2020
Brand: Bachmann | Manufacturer: Bachmann
Dimensions: 13.20 x 19.25 x 3.10 inches | Weight: 3.68 pounds
Warranty: 1 Year Warranty Against Manufacturer Defects
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Bachmann Trains - Track King Ready to Run Electric Train Set - HO Scale
Asin: B097WX3ZMT | Model: 00766 | PartNumber: 00766 | Ean: 0022899007663 | UPC: 022899007663
Features
- Complete Ready To Run Electric Train Set
- Powered by a EMD GP40 Diesel Locomotive with Operating Headlight
- Includes; Single Dome Tank Car, 40' Box Car, Flatcar, and Off-Set Cupola Caboose
- 47 x 38 Oval of Snap-Fit E-Z Track, Power Pack and Speed Controller
- HO Scale 1:87
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Includes; Single Dome Tank Car, 40' Box Car, Flatcar, And Off-Set Cupola Caboose.
Ho Scale 1:87.
47" X 38" Oval Of Snap-Fit E-Z Track, Power Pack And Speed Controller.
Powered By A Emd Gp40 Diesel Locomotive With Operating Headlight.
First Available: 02/01/2022
Brand: Bachmann | Manufacturer: Bachmann
Dimensions: 4.00 x 47.00 x 38.00 Inches | Weight: 5.40 pounds
Warranty: 90 Day Warranty Against Manufacturer Defects
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