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Organizations
Aimed at directing searchers toward recognised rail clubs, societies and associations where:
1) historical research material can be obtained or deposited.
2) others of similar interest can be contacted.
3) find local, national and international model rail resources.
4) rail related information can be found and shared.
5) model making tips can be found and shared.
6) answer detail, technical, historical and beginners' questions relating to the various aspects of the hobby.
This is a fascinating hobby with many facets that can be
enjoyed by anyone at any age. With nearly 200 years of
history to support it, the range of subjects is attractive
too. This is the realm where people really can suspend their
disbelief. Who wants to be an engine driver...?
1) historical research material can be obtained or deposited.
2) others of similar interest can be contacted.
3) find local, national and international model rail resources.
4) rail related information can be found and shared.
5) model making tips can be found and shared.
6) answer detail, technical, historical and beginners' questions relating to the various aspects of the hobby.
This is a fascinating hobby with many facets that can be
enjoyed by anyone at any age. With nearly 200 years of
history to support it, the range of subjects is attractive
too. This is the realm where people really can suspend their
disbelief. Who wants to be an engine driver...?
Sites in Organizations
Chiltern Model Railway Association
Founded in 1965 the Association, through its membership, aims to encourage and promote the model railway hobby in the UK.
The 2mm Scale Association
Information about 2mm Scale (1:152), predominantly scratch building. Information about the Association and membership rates. Articles, photographic albums, and links to other specialist 2mm sites. Some support for 1:160 finescale (FiNe) and Nn3/Nm.
NTRAK Modular Railroading Society, Inc.
Provides specifications and information about NTRAK modules, the most popular model railroading module type. NTRAK is for N scale (1:160). Includes links to NTRAK local and regional clubs.
Ridge Live Steamers
Dedicated to the preservation of our railroad heritage. Photo gallery, information on group, location and facility, event calendar and membership.
The 'S' Scale Model Railway Society
3/16" scale is somewhere between 4mm and Gauge 0, usually modelling to high standards. Provides choice of browser viewing modes on arrival.
3mm - The Three-Millimetre Society
Society history, background to TT3 gauge, picture galleries and membership information
FREMO Freundeskreis Europäischer Modellbahner eV
Modelrailroading on modules in several scales and from different prototypes. Information on implemention of DCC on really large layouts.
Lionel Operating Train Society
A large collection of articles, reviews, individual pieces, and photos, all dedicated to Lionel Trains.
N Gauge Society
Promotes N Gauge Model Railways, supports the hobby and provides a forum for all N Gauge enthusiasts.
International RailwaY Circle
IRYC, International RailwaY Circle, is a railway society for and by railway enthusiasts. Our website is offering you the latest news on Belgian and international railways, offering you tips on photographic locations, offering you in depth reports on railway related topics, offering you diagrams of specific loco classes or railway lines.
Railroad Pix.com
An online gallery of photographs of garden railways. It includes an option for the viewer to participate in rating the photographs.
Lima Collectors Society
The Website of the Lima Collectors Society
Lionel Collectors Club of America (LCCA)
An international club of electric toy train lovers, operators and collectors. Publishes The Lion Roars (news), Interchange Track (Buy-Sell-Trade); train meets, conventions, swapping events for fans of all ages. |
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