How To Pick The Right Model Train Set - Introduction To All The Scales And Starter Set Manufacturers

[@MMID303]

There's nothing like setting up your very first starter train set! The beginning of a lifetime hobby. Great memories. 20 years later and I've got my own layout and 14 locomotives.

[@TrainWorldTV]

Very True!

[@MyBiggerProblems]

Only 14?

[@MMID303]

@@MyBiggerProblems probably 17 now lol.

[@ll1898]

THANK YOU FOR EXPLAINING THE DIFFERENCE IN SIZES. I WAS VERY CONFUSED

[@TrainWorldTV]

you got it

[@elleryparsons5766]

Being Traintoxicated is The Best High Anyone going To A trainshop is Heaven.

[@mjc6184]

This is a fantastic video - great walkthrough of various scales - clearly explained and succinct. Thanks for this.

[@TrainWorldTV]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@MegaPierre88]

Thats very cool. I used to have a possible HO when I was 6 y.o. in 1966. Thank you for that info

[@RadicalRC-ke6hc]

Awesome vid. I'm new to the train hobby and my first set was a fully functional American flyer at an estate sale for 30 dollars. I want something to set up in my room tho and keep it set up and didn't know what the smaller models were considered. Thanks! I hope I can get my hands on an n scale soon

[@TrainWorldTV]

Welcome aboard!

[@vincentvanpaepeghem4844]

Great video on the different size started sets.

[@TrainWorldTV]

Thanks Vincent!

[@barthallimixthe2th698]

I only heard half the words you were said, I was just too distracted by the beautiful Long Island Railroad unit.

[@toycarcollector]

I really enjoy your channel and your love of all things model trains. And oh my the space that you get for your trains is amazing. My question today is have you ever made a video or thought of making a video about how to properly put together a period locomotive with the best assortment of cars? It is so confusing for a newbee. Modern locos, 60’s locos, 30’s, 00’s, old west locos. Then all the cars like 32’, 40’, 50’ and larger. Box cars, cattle cars, tankers, gondolas, flat beds. The variety seems endless. What are your thoughts on this question?

[@TrainWorldTV]

Good question. We'll slot it in for a video when we can!

[@leohorishny9561]

Agree 100%. In my case, I’m interested in acquiring a V&T replica set, and I’m already learning that, as a practical choice, I’m going to have to find a similar appearing 18th Century locomotive and repaint it, and possibly remove/reconfigure the locomotive to appear as a V&T train. A way to compare locomotives in one database would be a dream, and I’m a little surprised by now there aren’t a couple tools like that. Perhaps I haven’t stumbled across it yet. Thanks for reading.

[@leohorishny9561]

…19th Century…🤦‍♂️

[@JimmyMakingitwork]

Looking to relive my childhood with grand children, wondering which set to get. Thinking about my Lionel sets as a kid. Definitely an early locomotive style, in H.O., but which set? Hmmmm, on to the video!

[@TrainWorldTV]

Good luck!

[@eightavmta]

This was very helpful!

[@TrainWorldTV]

Im glad!

[@Railsmoke03]

me

[@toatao7756]

i went with märklin bc i live in the netherlands and my local shop (and tbh most shops) carries mostly Märklin

[@doctordeath.5716]

I like 0 scale the most

[@elleryparsons5766]

When choosing It’s Not Easy Think it Over weigh the Choices But Alwayys Remember this Spending on trains is Better than going to a Bar or Doing Drugs.it’s The Best therapy one way or Another.

[@thomasgriffin5340]

Two dislikes from the parents who bought their kids a video game instead of a train set.

[@SouthRails]

Haha! I really like both because they are my special interests. But I prefer Trains. They both mix though with train sim world and Rolling Line.

[@VestedUTuber]

@@SouthRails And Trainz. And Railroads Online if you want something more like Space Engineers but with late 1800s/early 1900s narrow gauge logging lines.

[@eberwald4438]

Excellent! Thank you for making this, it's very informative. But, I want to know about the man-eating panther at 4:17

[@TrainWorldTV]

Good question!

[@bluehawk7342]

I really hate leaving a negative comment, but why do people think they need music in the background when they're talking. I don't mind it as a short introduction or at the end, but it was distracting and unnecessary for this presentation. At the very least, it should by low enough so it's not competing with the speaker.

[@MyBiggerProblems]

Are you seriously complaining about music?

[@Robert-gh4eb]

What set is that O scale set?

[@-OICU812-]

I have a question. I have recently started collecting 1:64 scale diecast model trucks and cars. If HO is half the size of O scale wouldn't that size train set be about the same range as 1:64? I don't want there to be a huge discrepancy in size If I build a diorama. Thanks to anyone who can help. 😊

[@railfanjk8964]

nice

[@TrainWorldTV]

Thanks!

[@HenrysHelpful]

can you guys do a video on how to make g scale indoor layout?

[@TrainWorldTV]

Will add it to the list!

[@rollin1869]

My dad Never wants anything for his Birthday or Christmas, alright heres a Fkn Train old man !! Hes not gonna see this coming

[@joshuapicaro8726]

What scale would you advise to go with 1 inch miniatures (people)

[@TrainWorldTV]

www.trainworld.com/which-model-train-scale-is-right-for-me

[@truongquocthai9039]

How can I import these toys to Vietnam?

[@305KSL]

O Gauge RailKing SD70ACe Diesel R-T-R Deluxe Freight Train Set w/Proto-Sound 2.0 is this real that big .

[@walterstrains5390]

Don't forget S-Gauge. It's just not very popular.

[@VestedUTuber]

I know this may sound weird, but I kinda think Mattel should start making S-scale stuff. S-scale is 1/64th scale, which is exactly the same scale as their Hot Wheels brand. Might be a good way to get kids into the hobby, especially if they make their products interactive like they do with the Hot Wheels products.

[@laurienorthrup6252]

I’m thinking T or N scale

[@rxw5520]

Was really wanting to get into N gauge but the cost is prohibitive for casual hobbyists, even those with a good bit of disposable income.

[@VestedUTuber]

Yeah, N can be nasty when you really start building larger layouts with it, since there's literally no cost benefit to going small and you have to buy a lot more of everything to fill your allotted layout space. Surprisingly, it's actually cheaper to go big if you stick to second-hand models, kitbashing and scratchbuilding. G-scale gives a really good value in terms of price per square foot once you get over the initial investment, since you just don't buy nearly as much for the same amount of space.

[@rxw5520]

@@VestedUTuber yeah, unfortunately G scale is just so huge, I’d have to make a ceiling mount system and put the track through my fucking walls!!!

[@VestedUTuber]

@@rxw5520 You actually wouldn't need to do that. One other thing with G is that it's predominantly narrow-gauge, so the equipment is designed to handle sharp corners. Most G-scale models have a minimum curve radius of less than 25in. As a result you can fit quite a bit in a small space, and you'll only miss out on long-wheelbase non-articulated models and some long-wheelbase passenger and freight cars.

[@aidensypolt]

what about T scale

[@luisorengo4700]

I bought the Lionel Polar Express Ready to run version, and I want to know if you could use it with the O-Gauge version?

[@oceaniccart908]

Depends if the track is the same

[@guywithabomb6409]

Was it O gauge? it should say on the box

[@BellaZuikaku4785]

Ken Bianco Junior you missed a scale lol!!! It’s S guage and it’s between O and Ho guage lol one S Guage (American Flyer) is The Polar Express !!! U missed one hahaha

[@TrainWorldTV]

Unfortunately we sell so little S scale train sets we though it would be appropriate to skip so we dont confuse the new customer.

[@ontariorail1251]

Did you just re-use Scooter Brad's intro

[@johnrobertd748]

You missed Z scale. And also now, T scale

[@MrMark-hm9lk]

I keep hearing that Lionel has really dropped in quality and customer service is bad too ... anyone heard the same?

[@tarielshiraliyev6145]

I don't have much money I have only 25 dollar which train I should buy

[@MyBiggerProblems]

You could get a Lionel starter set for at least 70. I could find a box car for $25.

[@VestedUTuber]

Best you're going to get for 25 dollars is maybe a couple pieces of N-scale rolling stock. Won't even get you a full starter set. I'd suggest saving up.

[@elleryparsons5766]

Went to a Trainshop and Lifelike is Also Nscale.

[@markstevens9249]

You forgot S Gauge!

[@whitewallwheels1hardcore.m_o_h]

MTH IS CLOSING IN 2021

[@VestedUTuber]

That company was a labor of love and unfortunately the owner is retiring. Scaletrains bought all their HO scale tooling, though.

[@elleryparsons5766]

Whatching this Video is Making Me Druel.

[@rctaylor5689]

Druel? . . . ???

[@eutimiochavez415]

Get what u can afford