Bachmann Trains & Accessories

Ho Scale Train Parts
where can I buy model train parts?

I’m looking for the roof antenna and air conditioner that Santa Fe’s locomotives had mounded on their roof in HO scale. Kato is already sold out. Are there other places I can buy this part? thanks.

http://www.detailswest.com

http://www.walthers.com/exec/page/manuinfo/v229 for Detail Associates

Both of the link above you can find your parts

Ho Scale Train Parts

LGB model trains are made in the “G” scale, the largest scale of commercially sold model trains.

These large trains are made in Germany, and are some of the highest quality trains available for both indoor and outdoor layouts. They can range in detail from simple ‘toy’ designs, simple colors, not as intricate detailing, to the quality of detail that would envy the real thing.

LGB model trains are so good that they are made to stand the test of outdoor climates, including snow, and are made from the highest quality weather and impact resistant materials.

The gearboxes are sealed against moisture or dirt and the track rails are machined from solid brass. This brand of train is made with simplicity and diversity in mind, the track sections will connect together without tools, and have predrilled holes that make them ready to attach to permanent foundations.

All the wiring and electrical components are color coded, so there is little or no confusion in setting up the power system.

Their advanced technologies in sound and motion make them work automatically. You just push the throttle and the bells and whistles, even simulated steam, work by themselves.

The digital LGB Multi-Train System lets you control 23 trains from one controller. These sets are ready to run, meaning that you have no other small parts to put together. Just set it up and start using it right away.

LGB has more than 600 G scale products to choose from, including steam, diesel and electric locomotives, and over 150 different styles of freight and passenger cars.

There are signals, overhead catenary lines, bridges, figurines, and over 30 different kinds of track. With their advanced controller systems, you can operate a great outdoor railroad with just a minimal amount of effort.

The Passenger Starter Set with Sound is a wonderful way to introduce yourself or a loved one into the hobby of model trains. It consists of a “Stainz” steam locomotive, with electronic sounds and even a smoke generator. There are two passenger cars, five figures, and enough track for a 51″ circle, quick connect cables, and a 1 amp power supply. This basic set is just under $400, but there are optional track packages available to expand your lay out as much as you want.

You won’t have trouble finding LGB model trains online and occasionally through some retail outlets. You can even go to their official website, if you understand German. There are other sites that sell their model trains at retail and discounted prices.

There are many other resources online, including many example photos and videos of lay out designs, books on model rail road designs, do’s and don’ts, all kinds of useful information.

Often during the holidays, you will find LGB model trains on display in recreation centers, and even museums. Some hard core enthusiasts even travel around with other model train layouts and set them up at fairs and conventions.

Dan B Morgan is the author of Model Trains For Beginners and researches LGB model trains. The website contains valuable information on how to save the most time and money building your dream model train layout.

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Why does my model train run on certain parts of the track but completely stop on other parts?

I have an HO scale train.
The engine works fine and runs perfectly well on certain stretches of track. There are parts though where the train doesn’t move. It will just sit there. If I nudge it forward onto one of the working pieces of track, it will start running again. If I listen closely I can hear a faint electrical current when the engine is on the defective part of the track.
Do you think I just need to clean the track? Could that be the problem? Or do you think the track has just “gone bad”?
I made sure all of the track was securely connected.

HO scale track uses little metal connectors on each rail at the joints called rail connectors. It is likely that they are not getting a good connection and they just need to be squeezed together just a bit to get a better fit and a better connection. If you haven’t run the train in several years then by all means clean the track. There is most likely oxidation or corrosion on the rails. Are the rails made ofbrass or steel?

HO scale modern signals