Have you ever seen the eyes of a small child light up when they watch a sibling or friend get a train set as a gift? They would like to play with it too but cannot because they are too young.
Well, there may be a possibility for toddlers to play with smaller scale train sets too under supervision, of course, because the components do come apart, but on the whole, they are big enough not to be able to put in the mouth.
There are train sets on the market that the young ones can also enjoy. A G gauge or G scale model train would be the perfect choice.
The G scale model train is also a wonderful toy if you are searching for a train to install around your Christmas tree or outside in the garden, but it does require a bit of space.
This toy railway train seldom comes off the track which is why it is probably better for younger children. However, if there is a derailment, the track is big enough at 45mm that a child can put a car back on it with very little problem.
The track is also sturdy enough that it will not be damaged if it is stepped on or thrown about. These large scale train sets are meant for the rough way that a lot of younger kids treat their toys.
G scale model train are complete ready-to-run 1/29 scale and usually come with two sizes of straight and curved track although without as many accessories as most of the other scales.
However, by shopping around one may find quite a variety of engines, cabooses, box and passenger cars to fulfill their needs. There are also landscaping, tunnels, lights, and other items that can be purchased to go with this kind of train set.
The carriages come in various sizes. The average size is about 17 inches long by 4 inches wide by 6 inches high, although some may be a little shorter or a little longer. The locomotive is usually around 27 inches long.
These model train sets often have a very detailed engine with an operating headlight, a whistle and the ability to blow steam and smoke. They may also be models of real or mythical trains like the ones used in Santa Fe or the North Pole.
Many of the carriages and track are made from brass. This is so they will hold up to bad weather conditions and rough treatment from children. Brass also makes for easy polishing.
Power is supplied by rechargeable battery, transformer, or DCC. An ordinary, non rechargeable battery or DCC can become fairly expensive to run. If you decide on the transformer be sure that it is powerful enough to run the train that you purchase and that it is waterproof.
The G scale train set normally comes in a box and finished to be fitted together once it is opened. Other pieces may be bought to make the set as you want it.
Storage might become somewhat difficult if you opt to set this up in your yard. If you have a shed large enough, it could be slid in there without having to take it to pieces. Big totes are a safe way to transport a train of this size.
There are numerous manufactures on the market for this type of train set and most will offer a few accessories that can go with their train set. Prices vary according to the amount of track, the locomotive, the tender, the amount of rolling stock and the manufacturer.
Searching the web is a handy method of seeing what every manufacturer has to offer and the prices they are asking, before going to the mall to see what is available locally as train sets are back in vogue big time, if they ever were not. Children have always loved model train sets.
Many of the larger chain stores carry the G scale train set as do a few of the smaller model stores too. A train of this size would keep any child of any age happy for hours. It would be a learning experience with the possibility of becoming a life-long hobby for some.
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