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HO scale trains were developed in roughly the year 1900. HO scale trains are the most popular scale trains in the entire World. The scale is roughly 1:87 which is quite different to some other model trains which could explain its popularity.
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Are HO scale trains compatible with N scale?
No, HO and N scale trains are not compatible.
For what is a brass ho scale used?
It appears that HO Scale is a term used within the world of miniature trains. HO scale refers to the size scale of these trains and many are made of brass. Therefore a brass ho scale can be used to describe model trains.
What is the HO Scale used for?
The HO scale is used for measuring when it comes to model trains. Originally there was the O scale, or O gauge. When train models went to an even smaller size they created the HO scale to measure them.
Where can one purchase Tyco HO scale trains?
Tyco HO scale trains are available through specialty stores that carry toy trains. Likewise, some general toy stores may carry this brand of toy and model train.
What is a lightweight metal you can use on HO scale model trains?
copper is very good
How large are the tracks used for HO scale trains?
The HO scale trains use a 3.5mm to 1 real foot ratio which works out to be about 1:87:1 and is the most popular scale for model railways in the world. A train for this type of track would have 16.5mm (0.650in) tracks.
Can all ho scale train models run on same track?
No. There are many different scales, or gauges, of model trains. For example, an N scale train would be too small to fit on HO scale track.
Can ho scale trains run outdoors?
as long as theres not much wind. G is better for outdoors
How far is an ho scale train mile?
A mile in HO scale is about 60.5 Ft.
Is HO the most popular model train scale?
HO is a gauge (scale) for model trains. The name HO comes from the fact that it represents a reduction of half from the earlier O gauge ("Half O"), which was more popular in Europe. The ratio for HO gauge equipment is 1:87 which means that the HO tracks are 16.5mm apart, or 1/87th of a standard train track (1435mm). In Europe, an almost exactly the same scale is called OO (pronounced "Double O"), even though it is much closer to half of O scale than double it (it is actually called "Double O" because there are two O's (OO) in the scale name).
Can you run any ho gauge engine on ho track or just the track that it came with it?
Every ho scale train I have had worked on any ho scale track.
Where can one purchase HO train sets?
Hornby model train sets are available for purchase on the Hornby official website, under the category 'Shop'. They offer a wide range of model trains on their website, as well as a catalogue for the current new releases available for sale.
