The track "Code" , in this instance Code 80 or code 55 for N Gauge track, refers to the height of the rail in 1/1000's of an inch, so Code 55 track has a rail that is .055" high and code 80 track has a rail...
When N scale model trains first appeared on the hobby scene in the late 1950's a new coupler was introduced for this scale. This coupler which we refer to as a "Rapido" style coupler is a...
Before starting a new HO train layout, a major consideration is selecting the brand and type of track that will be used. Factors in making this decision include the following: Are you expanding from a new...