For those who know their model trains, large scale includes S-scale, O-scale (Lionel size), G-scale (often found in garden railroads), F-scale, 7 ¼ gauge, and 7 ½ gauge models.

Before HO scale became the standard for model railroading, O scale was the dominant size, with a ratio of 1:48. However, in the early 20th century, a growing demand for more compact model trains ...

O scale trains are 1:48 size models. While there are larger model railroad museums, Gribbell says he believes this is the biggest O scale model one.

John: Our American Flyer S Gauge layout is the largest in the world at over 1,700 square feet. The oldest piece that we have in the museum is from 1918. It’s made by Lionel and it still runs ...

HEKINAN, Aichi Prefecture--Although the ultrafast Chuo Shinkansen Line won't start running for many years, model railroad buffs can get a sneak preview, thanks to a small toy company here.

That’s not all you’ll find at the home of model-train club Scale Rails of Southwest Florida, where its 46 members have duplicated those towns as a model-train layout. “I call it 3-D art ...