| In the beginning these three phrases probably | | | | a more historic look for their trains will be right at home |
| confused you to no end. You had no idea what an N | | | | with these types of trains. |
| scale layout was, nor did you have any idea what the | | | | To add to the realism, you can add several different |
| term 'gauge' meant. Now that your beginning stages | | | | stops along your N scale layout track. What you add is |
| are over, you have to decide what type of layout you | | | | up to you, and you can use your imagination here. You |
| actually want, as well as what types of locomotives. N | | | | could add additional train stations, track switches, or |
| scale is ideal for most collectors and modelers, | | | | even rural pickup locations. Will your train cross roads? |
| especially if you have only limited space available, and | | | | Will it travel through winding tunnels? It's up to you to |
| are someone that enjoys vast scenery and intricate | | | | decide. |
| detail. | | | | N Gauge trains have been quite popular for a very |
| One of the big questions you will need to ask yourself | | | | long time. One of of the earliest companies to adopt |
| at this point is what sort of N scale locomotive you | | | | the N scale was Walther, a company founded at the |
| want to purchase for your model train set. There are | | | | beginning stages of the great depression. While many |
| a few different types. | | | | people at the time preferred the HO scale, they quickly |
| Most model railroaders opt for either DC or DCC | | | | recognized the usefulness of the N scale when they |
| operation using trains that operate on electric currents, | | | | realized that it could operate in confined spaces and |
| but there are also other lesser used options such as | | | | harbor much more detail. |
| battery powered and fuel driven trains. | | | | The type of train that you ultimately choose is up to |
| The most common right now is the electric locomotive. | | | | you. As we've said before, the N Gauge train is a |
| It is controlled either by switches or a remote control. | | | | great choice and you will enjoy many hours of fun with |
| Many people prefer a radio controlled train because | | | | it. The hardest part will be setting up the track. There |
| they will be able to control where it goes, when it | | | | are a few different types of track, from bridge track, |
| stops, as well as its speed. | | | | to standard track. You also have flexible track and |
| Another type of N scale locomotive is the steam | | | | standard track. What you choose will depend highly on |
| powered train. This powered by water and a type of | | | | your layout and your level of experience. If you are |
| tablet that sits within the engine compartment. The train | | | | unsure, then make sure you consult with an expert at |
| will then give off a sort of vapor, making it appear as if | | | | your local hobby shop. Ask them what they have in |
| smoke is rising from the locomotive. Those who enjoy | | | | the way of N gauge trains and accessories. |