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You've made the decision -- you're buying a model train. But it's not exactly cheap, so you want to make the best choice. That being the case, here are three tips you need to know before buying your first model train set.

Ready? Set? Then "All Aboard" for the ride through the tips!

Tip 1: Space and Scale

You can feel the train approaching...but once it arrives, where will you put it? So tip number 1 is to figure out how much space you have for your set.

Your new train will have a "scale", which basically means, what size is the train. It is also sometimes referred to as "gauge" - they are used interchangeably.

Probably the most popular scale is HO -- small enough to fit in a relatively small space, but large enough to show some good detail. But if space is a problem, try an N scale, which should fit in most tight spaces.

If you really want to enjoy a train set, try an O gauge. They are larger, but have great detail, and some of the neatest "add-ons" are for the O scale models.

Tip 2: Buy the Set or By the Piece?

Your next choice is to buy a whole train set, or buy your model train piece by piece. Naturally, a lot of that will depend on your budget.

A complete model train set tends to lack the extras associated with model railroad setups; for example, scenery. On the positive side, however, you can be up and running in minutes, as everything you need is included.

Whether you end up buying a model train complete set, or piece by piece, you can add to it by buying the parts you desire -- extra cars, scenery, extra track, etc. Just make sure that you buy all the same scale!

Tip 3: Buying a Model Train...or Trains?

If you don't think you'll ever want to buy a second train set, then don't worry about this section. But if you think that you might eventually want to add another model train to your collection, read on.

When buying your new model, check and see if it's DCC enabled. If it is, then you will be able to run more than one train at a time on the tracks. By making sure your train is DCC enabled, you keep your options open for the future.

And once you experience the fun of model trains, chances are excellent that you will want to add to your collection.

All Aboard for the Ultimate Model Train Set!

Now that you are excitedly deciding on which train will be your very first, here's a suggestion. Try the Lionel Polar Express train set!

Sure, you might think it's only for Christmas...but you would be wrong! This train set (in both G and O scale) is popular year-round.

So all aboard for the Lionel Polar Express train set! -- get set for a thrilling ride!

Lionel Thomas & Friends Electric O Gauge Train Set $299.99 Available with the PowerMaxTransformer and the FasTrack track system, Thomas & Friends? are ready for some exciting adventures on the Island of Sodor. Accompanying Thomas are his faithful coaches, Annie and Clarabel, as well as two very responsible railway workers and our favorite Controller, Sir Topham Hatt. Thomas? moving eyes ensure that your journey on everyone?s #1 engine is a safe one, and the removable roofs of Annie and Clarabel allow you to load and unload your passengers. For ages 3 years and up.

All Aboard!: The Story of Joshua Lionel Cowen & His Lionel Train Company $19.69 To commemorate the milestone of Lionel Train Company's 100th anniversary comes an updated second edition of ALL ABOARD , the marvelous story of Joshua Lionel Cowen and the toy trains he created. Originally published in 1981, ALL ABOARD brings back the classic electric trains for all those who remember them. The Santa Fe came in gleaming silver and shiny red. The New York Central was gray and white. World War I models carried seige guns, a 1957 engine came in pink for girls. There were Pullmans and steam locomotives, Lehigh Valley coal cars, lumber cars, and a design from 1964 that carried radioactive waste and the Mercury capsule. A&E Network named Lionel trains a "Top Ten Toy" of the century-#4 specifically. But the story of Lionel trains is far from over. Co-owned by rock star Neil Young, who bought the company because of his autistic son's love for the trains, the Lionel Train Company is stronger than ever, and is evolving with the times by employing remote control, sound chips, and other technical innovations. With 32 all-new pages and scores of colorful illustrations from the archives of Lionel catalogs, ALL ABOARD is the definitive collector's book on the subject.

The Polar Express RC Lionel Train Set $149.95 'All Aboard The Lionel® Polar Express!' This heirloom Lionel® Train Set will thrill children of all ages with authentic details that capture the magic of the holiday classic—including a keepsake bell from Santa's sleigh! Just like Lionel trains from your childhood, but with an easy-to-use remote controller, this large G-gauge set includes an exquisitely crafted steam locomotive with headlight and whistle, coal tender, observation car with "disappearing hobo," passenger coach with working doors, 3 play figures and 16-piece oval track. Batteries included. Sorry, no Express Delivery. Ages 4+.

Lionel Accessories at Work on Toy Train Layouts (Paperback) $27.7 Lionel`s electric accessory items from the 1940s and 1950s through the present day have been very opoular with toy train enthusiasts. This book provides a variety of ways to incorporate them--both originals and modern reproductions of older items--into toy train layouts. Selected by Classic Toy Trains editor Neil Besougloff from the magazine, the material has been updated and supplemented to make it current. Includes high-quality track plans, repair and placement information.

A Century of Legendary Lionel Trains - $24.99 In this two-tape set, the history of the Lionel model train company is presented, from its beginnings in 1900 to modern times. Host and avid Lionel collector, Tom Snyder visits several collectors in A Century of Lionel Trains, and checks out their formidable layouts. He also speaks with Lionel Chairman Emeritus Richard Kughn. The model train enthusiast will see many of the classics in action, including the Norfolk Western J, 75th Anniversary Set, the Standard gauge Blue Comet, the scale Hudson, the Santa Fe F-3s, and the articulated steamer trains. ~ Alice Day, Rovi

Lionel LIO15038 Csx HiCube Boxcar $52.04 Traditional Freight Cars are great additions to any traditionally sized Lionel train set or locomotive. Made from the finest materials. Satisfaction ensured.

The Lionel Legend: An American Icon $31.14 An exhilarating, photo-filled journey through the history of America's favorite toy trains, "The Lionel Legend "whisks readers through more than a century of Lionel. Veteran hobby historian and author Robert Schleicher conducts us all the way back to Joshua Lionel Cohen's 1902 "electric cheese box"--the train that started everything--right up to the high-tech, meticulously detailed Lionels of today. This thoroughly entertaining book features an astonishing variety of Lionels--the famous and the fascinatingly rare--steam and diesel engines, freight and passenger cars, action accessories and cars, track and transformers. Lavishly illustrated with modern color photography, vintage advertising, and historic images of the "real" prototype trains, The Lionel Legend "charts the course of what is arguably America's most-enduring toy-industry icon.

Lionel LIO36145 Philadelphia Quartz 3-Dome Tank $41.71 Colorful and durable, Lionel Traditional Freight Cars are great additions to any traditionally-sized Lionel train set. Operating couplers. Metal handrails and ladders. Traditional O Gauge. Dimensions Minimum Curve is O-27.

Lionel LIO36145 Philadelphia Quartz 3Dome Tank $51.64 Colorful and durable Lionel Traditional Freight Cars are great additions to any traditionallysized Lionel train set. Operating couplers. Metal handrails and ladders. Traditional O Gauge. Dimensions Minimum Curve is O27.

Lionel LIO30127 The Scout Freight Set $195.13 Perfect Starter Set for Kids and Adults Alike!. With headlight blazing, the Scout 2-4-2 races through the night to reach its destination on time. Smoke billows from the roof stack and a sharp whistle pierces the air as this freight train comes to a quick halt. Just enough time to couple up another line of freight cars before it steams off again. Classic and affordable, the new Lionel Scout Set comes complete with track and transformer.

Lionel LIO15038 Csx Hi-Cube Boxcar $42.03 Traditional Freight Cars are great additions to any traditionally sized Lionel train set or locomotive. Made from the finest materials. Satisfaction ensured.

Lionel LIO37904 Boy Scouts of America Billboard Set $22.48 This limited edition billboard set features six unique Boy Scouts and Lionel-related images on three inserts. It also includes three sturdy stands to frame the billboard images. Gauge: Traditional O Gauge. Dimensions: 5-3/4" x 7/8" x 4-1/2". Compliments the Boy Scout Train set.

Lionel LIO14190 Lionel Train Book $35.82 Learn everything you need to know about setting up and maintaining a Lionel layout as well as maximizing th enjoyment of our Lionel trains. Included in this reference guide are an overview of product development, updated instructions on the setup and use of the TrainMaster Command Control system, track plans for the floor and tabletop, advice on buildling scenery and structures, wiring and track, how-to, help in choosing steam or diesel locomotives and freight or passenger operations, maintenance and restoration tips, techniques, and instructions for operation that best emulate those of prototype railroads.

Lionel Pedal Train $286.99 Whooooo Whooooooo!!!!! We are pleased to introduce the first pedal train in Lionel Trains history. This pedal car is made of quality all-steel construction and features realistic locomotive sounds along (2 AA batteries) with a ringing chrome bell.

Lionel LIO15039 Ns Waffle Sided Boxcar $52.04 Traditional Freight Cars are great additions to any traditionally sized Lionel train set or locomotive. Operating couplers. Opening doors . Gauge: Traditional O Gauge. Length: 101/2 . RailLine: Norfolk Southern. Minimum Curve: O27.

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Thundering Rails Electric Train Set $234.46 This Thundering Rails Electric Train Set features over 175 pieces and a F7 diesel with working light. This train set features easy assembly and snap in bridge and pier set.Made by Walthers LifelikeModel: 433-9102Materials: Plastic and metalDimensions: 74 inches long x 38 inches wideAssembly requiredRecommended for ages 14 years and olderNo batteries requiredFeatures over 175 piecesTrain is a powered F7 diesel with working light, painted in the classic Santa Fe red and silver chromeIncludes six colorful freight carsUp and over bridge pier set, three trackside shanty kits and a working crossing gateFeatures four automobiles and three pickup trucks, 110 railroad, street and road signs and twelve utility polesUL listed power packInstruction manual included

Power Blaster Electric Train Set $176.79 This Power Blaster Electric Train Set features exclusive Power-loc track system with molded roadbed for fast and easy set up. This oval train set snaps together in minutes and comes with a ten piece snap-in bridge and pier set.Made by Walthers LifelikeModel: 433-2143Materials: Plastic and metalDimensions: 35 inches long x 19 inches wide x 14 inches deepAssembly requiredRecommended for ages 14 years and olderNo batteries requiredFeatures 47 inch long x 38 inch wide oval trackLife-like's exclusive Power-loc track system with molded roadbed for fast and easy set upClicks together in minutes for superior running anywhereIncludes ten piece snap-in bridge and pier set for elevated excitementUtility poles with transformers, call boxes and street lamps along with railroad, street and road signsUL power pack includedInstruction manual included

Circus Train: A Little Lionel Book about Counting $4.91 Lionel Trains come to life on the pages of this board book -- perfect for the young train lover.

Lionel Trains 6-39258 Elvis Presley All Shook Up Boxcar $119.3 Perfect for the Elvis fan--put in the display case or on the shelf. OR for the vintage train fan--a great car for any fan of Rock and Roll to run with the Lionel or O gauge train set. RELEASED and RETIRED IN 2004.

Lionel LIO29267 1999 6464 Boxcar Assortment $137.21 Originally offered in the 1999 Lionel Heritage catalog, this 6464 box car assortment includes three classic names and deco schemes from the Lionel archives. The NYC Pacemaker and the MKT boxcars are from the famous "Girls Train" set of the 1950's. Each car is individually boxed and come packed in a master 6464 box set. Made in the USA.

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Lionel LIO29618 Hooker 3-Dome Tank Car $62.17 O gauge to match any Lionel train set or matched to Tradidional Locomotives the Hoooker three dome tank car includes operating couplers and die-cast metal sprung trucks and operating couplers. Made with the Best Quality Material with your child in mind. Top Quality Children's Item.

Lionel LIO29618 Hooker 3Dome Tank Car $76.97 O gauge to match any Lionel train set or matched to Tradidional Locomotives the Hoooker three dome tank car includes operating couplers and diecast metal sprung trucks and operating couplers. Made with the Best Quality Material with your child in mind. Top Quality Children s Item.

Rail Master HO Scale Electric Train Set $160.68 This Lifelike HO Scale 'Rail Master' Train Set features over 100 pieces including utility poles, railroad and street signs. This toy train set features a four unit Santa Fe Diesel Locomotive with working headlight.Brand: Rail MasterHO Scale Electric Train SetOval trackIncludes Santa Fe Diesel Locomotive with working headlightOver 100 pieces including utility poles, railroad and street signsPower-loc terminal rerailer power track for easy alignmentNo batteries requiredRecommended for ages 8 years and olderDimensions: 47 inches high x 38 inches wideModel: 433-8608

Lionel LIO12896 Tunnel Portals for O and O-27 Gauge Trains $23.96 Set of two tunnel portals with raised Lionel lettering and classic Postwar styling. 2 Tunnell portals for O and O-27 gauge trains. Detailed molded construction, Portals with raised Lionel lettering, Classic Postwar styling. Lionel tunnel portals add to the fun. Everyone wants to see the train go in the tunnel! Install on your permanent layout or just make a temporary tunnel with some boxes. Dimensions: 7" x 8-1/2".

Lionel LIO12896 Tunnel Portals for O and O27 Gauge Trains $29.67 Set of two tunnel portals with raised Lionel lettering and classic Postwar styling. 2 Tunnell portals for O and O27 gauge trains. Detailed molded construction Portals with raised Lionel lettering Classic Postwar styling. Lionel tunnel portals add to the fun. Everyone wants to see the train go in the tunnel Install on your permanent layout or just make a temporary tunnel with some boxes. Dimensions: 7 x 81/2 .

Lionel LIO31960 Polar Express Set $343.9 It's back! What is now called a Christmas Classic movie right next to "It's A Wonderful Life" and "The Christmas Story". It is even improved from the previous versions AND will have additional add-ons that will be coming out in the months to come!. 2-8-4 Berkshire steam locomotive (one of the most massive train engines to exist). Two illuminated passenger coaches that have silhouettes at the window depicting movie action. One passenger observation car with a new rounded platform and also with silhouettes. Three straight FasTrack sections. Eight curved FasTrack sections. One FasTrack terminal section. CW-80 transformer. Four articulated movie character figures, and smoke fluid. Air whistle in tender as well as operating coupler on rear. Engine with operating headlight. Powerful maintenance-free motor. Two traction tires, and puffing smoke as well as die-cast metal body and frame. Separately applied metal handrails and all-new pilot and headlight lens shield. Interior lighting and decorated drumhead on the obse