Comparing Model Train Scales

A quick size comparison between O Scale, HO Scale, N Scale, and Z Scale.

[@Zebrails]

...needs a "T" scale addition. John

[@danoboy19]

I was coming in to say the same😂

[@JvnDzy]

it needs t gauge s gauge and g gauge

[@Demun1649]

@@JvnDzy T-gauge frightens those who do the bigger scales as a compensatory for certain lackings in other sections of life!! Also, T heroes are the right sort of crazy.

[@BoTheshow-21]

I was just thinking of that

[@EddieAiello]

Wonderful video!!! I wish all educational videos were this concise and to the point

[@babymetalfansmetalfans9615]

N scale the best for me 👍

[@James-the-idiot]

That's what I have

[@trevorhawkins1626]

I started with N and love it for small spaces but after going to HO scale due to a club it's amazing the detail you can do with the larger scale and N scale feels so so so tiny now.

[@Cbtrainnut]

You should move up to S Scale. Even better detail.

[@prolmandabeast6192]

A club? There are clubs for model trains? How do they work?

[@trevorhawkins1626]

@@prolmandabeast6192 Usually if ones in your area you can just join and pay a little per month to become a member. At my club I pay a little extra and get 24/7 access to the place to run trains if I so please.

[@jimkammerer5240]

I LOVE THE H O SCALE NICE INDEED THANK YOU FOR SHARING THIS WITH ME JIM KAMMERER OF PHILADELPHIA PA 👌 ❤️

[@railroadralf]

BN #97 operated in the yard at North La Crosse, WI for many years in the 1980s.

[@The_Tugs_Kid]

My grandpa operated her for a short time😊

[@F40M07]

I do all of these, except Z, which I hope to get soon.

[@GlimisTechProducts]

Would selling 3D printed train model items be a good idea. I know someone in the hobby and they said making affordable ones would be super popular. What do you think?

[@OldcampRanch]

You are the best! Thanks for sharing such valuable information, where would the model railroading community be without you.

[@sabotup7442]

Now add a T-scale in the comparison…

[@NorthCountryTrains]

I always thought N was too small and HO was the “right” size. Then I got into Z scale (for the sake of portability) and I’ve decided N scale is the “right” size. Unfortunately I have a massive HO collection so can’t invest in N now.

[@nordisk1874]

TT is the right size.

[@AuntJemimaPancakes]

S is perfect

[@danielhemple8649]

I wouldn't be able to see good enough to put them on the track

[@gamerfan8445]

@@nordisk1874the only problem is only only two companies are doing it.

[@David-yo5re]

Same here.

[@RalphElmer-f1q]

I love trains of any size.

[@patterrana1581]

When I jumped in, decided on N, and do love it, but because I'm so detail oriented, keep thinking I should have gone Half 0. 😢

[@Recordology]

Same

[@josephschuster1494]

You forgot to include the best-sized of all…S SCALE, the truly accurate size! Please remake your video to include this scale. Thank you! 🚂

[@clayv5422]

S is THE best!

[@avlisk]

Wait until you try to figure out G gauge scales. They all run on 45mm track gauge, but there are a half dozen scales. It took me a while to figure it out. I model in A scale, 1:29, because Charles Ro, (USA Trains) was close by. It's a bit like modeling OO scale, in that the gauge is a bit narrow by a few scale inches. G scale is 1:22.5 which is narrow gauge on 45mm track. Standard 4' 8 1/2" gauge is 1:32 scale and there's some of that out there, but not as much as the A scale from USA Trains which is another reason I chose that. Whew! (And then, there's the whole coupler issue, but that's another topic.)

[@StevesTrains]

Yeah, I’m just now learning that G gauge is a mix of scales.

[@dsludge8217]

@@StevesTrains and all the non-standard gauge scales. I'm planning to do a tram layout in Nm - 1:160 scale on Z gauge track. Probably should have picked a different scale...

[@MeowMeowMeow7576]

I love the EJ&E 701 you've got there! ❤

[@mattberg916]

made my day to see that orange beauty!

[@kyleking284]

All these trains are GREAT!! I never had O scale too big, never had Z scale too EXPENSIVE!!😂😂😂😂😂 but I LOVE the video BRO!👍👍👍❤🌹😁🇺🇸

[@andrewswift4797]

Now you have the TT120 by Hornby (UK) 🇬🇧. The TT120 scale is in-between HO/00 scale and N gauge scale. Nice detail on the TT120 engines (locomotives) and coaches, wagons etc. I am a H0/00 scale modeller. I prefer the H0/00. Have fun and enjoy your scale models.

[@greg0063]

It's funny you did it that way. The big O scale is a little switcher. The medium HO is a 4 axle GP. Then the little N scale is a 6 axle Dash something or other. It kinda minimizes the scale difference. Though it's still obvious. Couldn't tell what the Z was. Still cool either way. Also never knew there is a T scale.

[@PhD777]

Excellent informative video! Happy Christmas! 👍🏻🎅👍🏻🥳🎄😸

[@nscaledivision2336]

N scale and ho and o scale for me but i might get into t scale

[@jeri_v2578]

Z scale is such an intriguing scale, especially now that its a bit more developed compared to a few years ago, makes me want to try making a briefcase layout

[@NorthCountryTrains]

Do it! I took a leap into Z and built a briefcase layout (and another in process) and it was a fantastic experience!

[@morganhay859]

@@NorthCountryTrainswhere do you find American rolling stock and locomotives for z

[@NorthCountryTrains]

@@morganhay859 Hard to find at stores and train shows, I recommend online dealers. US Z scale is great

[@JuanRempel]

What about T scale, never mind, you mentioned T scale in the still screen.

[@Liz.R]

nice explanation...who knew? found out I had to & there you are thx

[@davidvarelas5432]

Why are HO scale road railers bigger than an HO scale diesel truck and trailer? It doesn’t quite look right

[@jxxgames]

Ngl when im looking over what scales I wanna model in first I sometimes think HO/OO scale is O scale becwuse sometimes it can be too big (depending on the engine) and N scale for Z scale becwuse it can be a little to small (again depending on the engine)

[@Eisenbahn313]

And where is G Scale? 😢

[@marcsoscaletrains]

O scale or no scale. 😊

[@stevegarcia9098]

I do Z and garden scales.

[@stevegarcia9098]

Do u know of any manufacturer that makes a quality T scale? That tiny, I would only think German or Japanese companies would.

[@Michael-du9uf]

O scale is the most fun 😊

[@robertmason7553]

I have a hard time getting N scale back on the tracks so a z scale is an absolute no no for me. I dont know how anyone can work with z scale.

[@YohamYT]

N-Scale is the best, even if you have a large room, just gives you more space to do more! More track, more scenery, more trains!

[@johndowd7010]

Ho means half of O

[@druntopronto7598]

TT 1:120 is missing.

[@bigmizzymike]

This is great and all but adding a quarter resting up against the O scale would've helped get a real life attainable size guide. All in all it did help me. Thank you.

[@StevesTrains]

I’m going to do a follow up video here before long with my T gauge train, my American flyer S gauge train and a G gauge train. I’ll add in a quarter and a banana for size reference.

[@bigmizzymike]

@StevesTrains Awesome I'll keep an eye out for that.

[@bikepolomaniac]

TT Scale between H0 and N scale.

[@jeffstepp-ou8re]

N scale is my favorite size...I feel like the engines look less like a toy than the bigger scales.

[@sharonrussell2627]

You left out S scale. Our scale is alive and well

[@GretchenDawntreader]

I just can't picture there being any detail or visual appeal to Z scale other than being able to fit a layout on a placemat. I mean how you gonna do a handrail so small? Brake wheels? It's a locomotive the size of a vape.

[@StevesTrains]

But it does make it easier to run long trains around larger curves with big scenery.

[@Secr_productions]

How about G scale

[@ostrich67]

Best thing about a Z scale locomotive is that it fits in your mouth. But don't swallow it or it'll be chugging through your bowels. Bazinga

[@WookieBricks]

I have g scale running through my garden

[@zaplito3023]

S scale. American Flyer forever!

[@bobpaulino4714]

Should have used same loco model for better comparison. The sw1500 isnt representative of a road loco or road/switcher

[@StevesTrains]

Yes, but that would have been way too expensive. I’m doing another one with a G scale, T gauge, TT gauge, and S scale locomtives added to that mix later this week or next. Yes, not the same, but still gives a nice comparison.

[@chillydawgg4354]

How come they don't get cheaper as they get smaller

[@StevesTrains]

Fewer made in smaller scales so mark up is higher.

[@cdyvids22]

The amount of scales is crazy but n scale is probabky the best in my opinion, its small and can work with the smallest spaces, you could make a layout in a lunchbox for example, you can get quite a lot of engines in n scale, its also not expensive

[@gamerfan8445]

A n scale model cost around a Ho scale (depends on who make it) locomotive. N scale is amazing for people that have no room for other scales, but ho scale is better option for people who want to start the hobby.

[@RECoyote]

Where is the T scale?

[@StevesTrains]

I didn’t receive it in time for this video, it showed up a week later.

[@mut311]

What abaout TT-scale and 1-scale?

[@enroute6105]

We need something between ho a n scale

[@smittty7343]

HO is my favorite but N is nice because you can have smaller layouts

[@One_eyed_tunder]

HO best for me not too big not too small just perfect

[@BeansBricks]

What about OO scale?

[@Thompsongs]

I run X2 scale! The tracks are 8' apart!

[@Tweetsiefan206]

What about g scale

[@StevesTrains]

In a later video

[@Gscaler]

Thanks ....good to see this

[@PUPWATCHRAILWAYS]

Don’t forget about S Gauge 1:64 & OO Scale 1:76

[@timbeach2409]

Bigger the scale the much larger the area to run it.

[@sharmaaarav1892]

Sheldon cooper be like 😂😂😂

[@drowdaba1]

I have an N scale model locomotive!

[@enzotyers9708]

How about t scale

[@StevesTrains]

Ive had a couple videos on T scale recently but didn’t get the train in time for this particular one.

[@pieterfourie9026]

Do you perhaps cell the Z scale train

[@StevesTrains]

I’m haven’t sold either of my two small Z scale layouts yet. I will probably sell one or both whenever I build another Z scale layout. But, I’m not sure exactly when that will be.

[@richardtickler8555]

1:something would be too easy

[@scottpater]

Where’s S?

[@StevesTrains]

I’ll have another video on an American Flyer set sometime soon.

[@kaynenewman6116]

What about oo

[@StevesTrains]

I have one OO locomotive but it is in pieces and I haven’t repaired it yet. In a follow up I have T, Z, N, TT, HO, S, O, and G.

[@shanestrains548]

Idk if I should go for n scale or ho scale

[@Sensei_Sloth]

Would it be possible to use an n scale building with a Z scale layout?

[@StevesTrains]

Obviously it will be too large in terms of scale, but for some structures that doesn’t always matter because it may not be obvious. Things like storage tanks or generic concrete or brick buildings without visible doors. Doors really put a scale on things and n scale doors are much bigger than z scale ones and make the mind size up a structure more than anything much of the time. Windows can too, but window sizes vary so much it is less obvious.

[@doublenickelbob]

Where's G and S ?

[@StevesTrains]

In the text part at the bottom of the screen. I have an S scale locomotive but didn’t include it here.

[@buckeyfan7623]

You forgot about G scale lol. I have a collection of USA Trains diesels they are awesome, amazing detail and MASSIVE!

[@StevesTrains]

Yeah, I’ll do G gauge eventually

[@RedWolf777SG]

I think i'll go with either HO or N scales. but then again Z scale is also good too, plus they're just tiny and cute!!!😅

[@manuelmelchizedek4309]

That’s if you have a question this guys are your answer

[@sharpenflat6002]

Just wondering why you didn't mention S scale?

[@StevesTrains]

It was just mentioned in text on the screen. I didn’t have an s scale locomotive to show at the time but later acquired one and had a follow up video and showed the S scale locomotive. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mGbPnJJoh7SfepIsi=9KEuJGvtsQOBc9d8

[@sharpenflat6002]

@@StevesTrains Thanks.

[@3rdGenCamaroGirl]

Z scale aka “pocket trains”

[@bxjibaro73]

Thanks for that info and visual aid demo 👍🏼

[@penelope8557]

S scale?

[@StevesTrains]

Updated version of this will have G,S,TT,T

[@Bleats_Sinodai]

The only scale that matters for me is the scale of the price in relation to my wallet and none of them fit lmao

[@chainsleftunbroken000]

You forgot about g scale

[@truckerkevthepaidtourist]

What was the difference I guess it's been defunct for years but the S scale was that right there right under o scale?

[@StevesTrains]

Half way in between HO and O. You can still buy S scale stuff, but availability is much less.

[@truckerkevthepaidtourist]

@@StevesTrains okay I was just thinking about all the different scales but I couldn't remember I thought s was in there somewhere thanks Steve.

[@jonathancryer5260]

Where is the t scale I know you have one

[@StevesTrains]

I didn’t at the time since it showed up a week late for that video.

[@unknownopinionoid2672]

What scale would u use hot wheels as cars?

[@StevesTrains]

Hot wheels are pretty close to S scale. But, they all vary. So, some you might be able to get away using with HO scale, but most are a little too big to pass as HO yet a little too small to pass for O scale. But, if you were using them in the background in O scale they would probably work, as long as they weren't next to O scale buildings, etc, that would give away the size error.

[@crazynachos4230]

Theres also G scale whicj is even bigger than O

[@StevesTrains]

Yep, but I didn’t have one to compare. One of these days.

[@josephschuster1494]

You forgot to include S Scale! 😟

[@williampetruno9138]

What wait no "S" scale???

[@StevesTrains]

I’ll have an updated one soon with G, O, S, HO,TT,N,Z,T

[@parodyrecord]

I have a 1:43 model automobile. Which scale would be closest? How tall are each of the trains in your video?

[@StevesTrains]

That is very close to O scale/gauge. The heights are roughly 2/3rds of an inch for Z scale, 1” for N scale, 2” for HO, and 4” for O scale. Every locomotive will of course vary since the prototypes vary significantly.

[@parodyrecord]

@@StevesTrains Thank you for your reply. The ultimate purpose of my question is that I want an "old fashion" "street light" to illuminate my 1939 Rolls Royce PIII model in my display. 12 v is preferable, but I can put in resistors to lower it, higher is difficult.

[@theultimatehorse]

You missed oo scale and tt scale

[@StevesTrains]

I have a follow up video with T, TT, and S added. I have an OO scale locomotive but didn’t include it since it is in pieces at the moment.

[@Kybeef644]

Z scale I need one

[@erdwin5613]

Dude i never knew z scale was exist and did z scale are cheap? because i wonder how many prize for that small scale

[@StevesTrains]

They are a little more expensive than N scale.

[@erdwin5613]

@@StevesTrains ok, thank you for the information sir

[@OragamiTobichi-bi6lh]

Where's the lgb scale

[@StevesTrains]

Don’t have one yet which is why I mentioned it in the text on the bottom.

[@PlasticMoviesWithToySoldiers]

What abt a G scale?

[@StevesTrains]

I have another video comparing G, O, S, HO, TT, N, Z, and T

[@styleandgo5248]

What about g

[@StevesTrains]

I have a similar video showing G as well as T, TT, and S

[@styleandgo5248]

@@StevesTrains ok

[@gabbarrf1745]

is there a double o scale?

[@StevesTrains]

Yes, but it uses the same gauge track as HO, but is somewhat larger in scale.

[@ovalwingnut]

How about the ZZ and T. They get no love? :) Yes, your engines RoCk!

[@StevesTrains]

Already have T and will add TT, S, and G as well to a follow up video

[@igorkukovec8719]

Try T gauge. So small you can barely see it 🧐

[@StevesTrains]

I have a few videos with T gauge. I bought one right after making this video.

[@igorkukovec8719]

Awesome. I'm still thinking about it. Just as a novelty. I'm more at home with N gauge.

[@charlesbard2331]

I would say you forgot the S scale locomotive but that would be an American flyer and you probably don't have one of those because they are hard to find....😊

[@StevesTrains]

I do have an American Flyer set I’ll have a video on soon.

[@dontask.2456]

Wait, where's G scale?

[@StevesTrains]

I'll get a G gauge train of some sort eventually. That will be a fun video to show the comparison of G scale to Z scale. Additionally, I'm getting a T gauge set (half the size of Z scale). You could put an entire T gauge layout on an G scale flatcar, and have it running while the G scale train is running, and if you made the T gauge layout look identical to the G scale one, it would be like Inception or something...

[@StevesTrains]

Ok, now I'm going to have to do that...

[@AbelG8781]

N for the win

[@allanwilson6188]

I love all trains but n scale is what I model do to lack of space 😂😂

[@Alastoryt37]

I love o scale

[@lopsitnuz4377]

i like OO scale i think its like HO scale also i think OO scales more of a British thing as i haven't seen many people outside of the UK use OO scale

[@StevesTrains]

I like OO too but I have never seen it outside of the UK. It is the same gauge track as HO but a bigger scale, and I think it is a more pleasing scale overall than HO.

[@gamerfan8445]

OO use the same track like Ho, but they enlarge the model to 1/76. And yup it a British thing. Everyone else use ho scale for models around that size.

[@RandomGamesProductions]

Needs an S scale

[@StevesTrains]

I have another version of the video with G, S, TT, and T added in.

[@crystalboutte9880]

Oh my God why would you need a train too small

[@StevesTrains]

Wait until you see the T Gauge train I’ll have a video on in a couple weeks that is half the size of Z scale.

[@Christopherurich33]

I operate the o type except mine is a real train

[@goclunker]

I collect Z and 1 guage