MTH Electric Trains MTH Electric Trains is a leading manufacturer of O gauge model trains. They offer both scale products in 1:48 scale as well as semi-scale trains and starter sets. Since its inception a few short years ago, MTH has brought to market an incredible array of O gauge products.
Atlas O Manufacturing Atlas O Manufacturing offers a complete line of fine-quality, O scale model railroad products in the tradition of Atlas quality. Products include highly detailed locomotives, rolling stock, buildings and a complete track system.
3rd Rail 3rd Rail is one of the finest makers of 3 rail O scale brass locomotives for the collector and discriminating operator.
Lionel Lionel Trains is America’s oldest toy train manufacturer, now celebrating over 100 years! Free downloads, Kids Club, catalogs, accessories and much, much more are offered on it’s official website.
TalkTrains.com Discussion forum for model railroaders organized by scale, plus general subjects.
Magazines
Classic Toy Trains Classic Trains is published quarterly and features articles pertaining to the classic days of steam and first generation diesel locomotives. A must read for anyone building a layout in the steam/diesel transition period.
Trains Trains Magazine provides up to date coverage of the goings on in the world of real railroading. Expert articles and photography abound on modern day railroading, as well as historical features. It is published on a monthly basis.
Classic Trains Classic Trains is published quarterly and features articles pertaining to the classic days of steam and first generation diesel locomotives. A must read for anyone building a layout in the steam/diesel transition period.
O Gauge Railroading O Gauge railroading has something for everyone, from the novice to the serious prototypical operator in either 2 rail or 3 rail. The magazine features 'how to" articles, product reviews, repair techniques and stunning layouts. If you are thinking of developing an O gauge or HiRail layout, you must check out this site.
In addition to the magazine, OGR sponsors the O Gauge Forum. This is an interactive on line forum where members can discuss anything to do with O gauge railroading. Many of the OGR magazine's experts are frequently on line to help you out. There are no membership fees and all are welcome.
