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   What is a s scale model train?

   • S scale refers to those trains and displays that are smaller than O scale at a 1:64 ratio. S scale trains are uncommon. Lionel’s American Flyer brand is among the few remaining S scale train sources. Z scale is often the smallest commercially available model train scale.

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   What is a model train gauge?

   • The gauge is the distance between the rails, which in real life would be 4 ft. 8 and ½ inches inside-to-inside between the rails. Model trains reduce these measurements depending on the scale. We’re here to explain 5 of the most popular model train scales, including G Scale, O Scale, HO Scale, N Scale, and S Scale.

   The 5 Most Popular Train Scales & Gauges Explained

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   What is a model railway scale?

   • From left to right, three different model railway scales: N gauge (2mm:1ft scale), OO gauge (4mm:1ft scale) and G scale. Gauge is the distance between the rails of the track in the scale chosen. Scale is the proportion of the model to the full-size item.

   Model Railway Scales and gauges explained - World Of Railways

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   What gauge was the first model train?

   • These early trains used the O scale 1.25" gauge track. Model train manufacturer Marx soon followed with its own 3/16th scale trains for O gauge tracks. This led to the introduction of O27 trains, though American Flyer never offered O27 products. But these trains established Gilbert as a pioneer of prototypically correct scale model railroading.

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   What is a N scale model train?

   • N Scale models trains are 1:160, and run on a rail gauge of .375 inches. These are the smallest trains we offer at Charles Ro, and are about the size of your finger for reference. N Scale trains allow for a large layout to be built even when space is tight.

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   Which scale is best for a model train?

   • We’re here to explain 5 of the most popular model train scales, including G Scale, O Scale, HO Scale, N Scale, and S Scale. G Scale is 1:22.5, and runs on a gauge of 1.75 inches. This is the largest scale offered, making them suitable for outdoor use in your garden, as well as large indoor spaces.

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   Jan 16, 2019 · A scale which sits between the popular scales of OO and O scales is S scale. It’s still one of the true imperial scales, at 3 / 16 in:1ft (a ratio of 1:64) with a track gauge of 7 / 8 in. Unlike the US, where the scale is used by a large manufacturer, it is mostly used by scratch-builders in the UK (those who build from scratch without using ...

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   This scale signifies that one unit of measurement on the model corresponds to 64 units on the actual train or landscape it represents. Commonly known as "S gauge" in the UK, this scale offers a distinct balance between detail and size, making it a favourable choice among railway modellers.

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   Jul 23, 2024 · S scale trains are uncommon. Lionel’s American Flyer brand is among the few remaining S scale train sources. Z scale is often the smallest commercially available model train scale. Products in that scale are 1:220, or 220-times smaller than life-sized objects.

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   What scale is my model train? What is 00 Gauge? How big is N Gauge? With such a wide variety of scales and gauges available to railway modellers it can become difficult to decide which product is right for you. This guide explains the differences between some of the most commonly used model rail scales and gauges.

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   Aug 28, 2021 · What are S scale model trains and O scale model trains? The S scale or S gauge model train is one of the oldest scales available. It is modelled at a 1:64 scale making it 36% larger than the standard HO scale.

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   Jul 29, 2021 · S scale is often regarded as synonymous with the American Flyer brand of model railroad trains. S scale is defined as 1:64 or 3/16ths of an inch to one foot, and the S scale's track gauge is an unusual 0.884 inches.

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    Sep 25, 2024 · S Scale model trains, commonly referred to as American Flyer, are 1:64 and run on a .883 inch gauge. The S Gauge trains are higher-end, with intricate detailing that are proportionate to real trains.