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  HO scale - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
HO scale (H0 scale in continental Europe) is the most popular scale of model railway in most of the world outside the United Kingdom, where the slightly larger in scale OO scale is most common.
Modern HO trains run on realistic-looking two-rail track, which is powered by direct current (varying the voltage applied to the rails to change the speed, and polarity to change direction), or by Digital Command Control (sending commands to a decoder in each locomotive).
HO scale trains first appeared in the United Kingdom in the 1930s, originally as an alternative to OO scale.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/HO_scale   (352 words)

  
 Ho - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
HO (or H0) is a scale used in railroad modelling.
Ho is a city in south east Ghana and the capital of the Volta Region.
Ho is the convention to write the way Santa Claus (and the Jolly Green Giant) laughs, as in "Ho ho ho".
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Ho   (227 words)

  
 N scale - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
N scale (or sometimes N gauge) is a popular model railway size, allowing hobbyists to build layouts that take up less space than HO scale, or put longer track runs into the same amount of space, because the models are smaller (by nearly a half) than they are in HO scale (1:87).
Early N scale was also known as "OOO" or "Treble-O" in reference to O and OO scales and was also 1:152, though for an entirely different reason.
In Japan, a scale of 1:150 is used for the models of 3'6" gauge trains, while a scale of 1:160 is used for models of standard gauge Shinkansen (Bullet Train) models.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/N_scale   (981 words)

  
 Layout Tours: Large Scales   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
An HO Scale Mini Empire: The Clarksville B&O is a small (8x8.5 feet) HO scale layout created by a father and son team.
Philadelphia & Delaware County RR: Rendition of the Newtown Square Branch of the PRR in the steam to diesel transition era.
Valley Central Railway: HO Scale freelance railway, jointly owned by CN and CP Rail, that is under construction, since 1997, in the basement of Dale Morton.
www.cwrr.com /nmra/Layout-HO.html   (4636 words)

  
 Introduction to HO scale   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
Pronounced "Aitch-Oh," in HO scale 3.5 millimeters equal 1 foot.
HO gauge rails are spaced 16.5 millimeters apart, representing the standard gauge of 4' 8.5" used by most railroads across North America.
HO has grown in popularity ever since its introduction, and today it is the most popular size among model railroaders.
www.trains.com /Content/Dynamic/Articles/000/000/001/296zmshd.asp   (842 words)

  
 Trains.com - N scale vs HO Scale?
HO is more readily available, and is easier to model than N. The sound effects wiht HO are amazing, although I understand it is also available in N now.
HO, my personal choice, is well-suited for the cheapskate, but it is also a nice size to represent older equipment (smaller diesels and early steam, 40-50' boxcars) in a reasonable space.
So in many ways, N is the new HO and HO is the new O! N is much better for simulating L-O-N-G trains in a reasonable space, and for creating fairly dramatic scenic vistas without having to own an ampitheater in which to build a layout.
www.trains.com /community/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=26587   (1077 words)

  
 The HO Scale Railroad Webring
We are engaged in the construction of a large HO scale layout.
The HO Scale P&C is a model railroad depicting the Norfolk Southern P&C Division.
This is a HO Scale Representation of the Richland HIlls Subdivision of BNSF.
p.webring.com /go?ring=hoscale&id=31&list   (1770 words)

  
 Hello S Scale: Goodbye HO?
With the popularity of HO scale, I find not only that I have become overwhelmed in trying to keep up with the available products, but that the sheer number of choices is mind-numbing.
While there are more products in general available in O scale, the existence of a fine brass kit for a CNR Mogul (from S Scale Loco and Supply) and the promise of a CNR K-3 Pacific kit later this year (from Andy Malette) were enough to sway me in that direction.
In terms of modelling direction, in HO scale or S scale, I envision creating specific scenes, one to one (see the Topic on modelling a single town).
www.canadianbranchline.com /hellos.htm   (970 words)

  
 HO Scale Starter Sets   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
HO scale is one of the most popular sizes because you can get a lot into a little space.
However, now that N scale is more sophisticated and detailed, it is running up the rear rather quickly to HO scale model railroads.
Scale model trains have available to them literally an entire world of scale houses, whole villages and trees.
www.northriverfalls.com /shop-gifts/HO_Starter_Sets.html   (861 words)

  
 HO Scale Model Trains - HO Scale Model Railroad Layouts
Founded 20 years ago the Society gathers and collects railroad memorabilia in addition to building an HO Scale layout representing the railroad history of Western Pennsylvania.
HO scale of the C&O circa 1950 on the Kanawah Subdivision near Charleston WVa.
An HO scale model railroad set in Maine from the mid 1980s to the early 1990s.
www.modelrailroads.net /Model_Railroad_Links/Layouts_HO_Scale   (329 words)

  
 Promotex Online - State of the art: Then and now
My first HO scale cars looked much like this, although I believe the colors in my set were different.
By the late 1950s, HO had replaced the larger Lionel trains as the most popular model railroading scale and there were few small scale vehicles other than the Moko Lesney Matchbox cars.
Revell was already making HO scale truck models and saw an opening for models that could be used with them as scenery accessories.
www.promotex.ca /articles/cawthon/2002/11-15-2002_article.html   (1229 words)

  
 RailServe.com: HO Scale Model Railroad Layouts OO
Chaleur & Restigouche Railroad - HO scale layout depicts eastern Canada and the general area from Campbellton and the Bay of Chaleur to Chatham N.B. in the late 1970s
HO Model of Mauch Chunk, PA - HO layout being built of the CNJ station in old Mauch Chunk, Pennsylvania (Jim Thorpe) in the late 1940s
KADE Railroad - HO scale layout depicts a fictional railroad and B&O trackage in West Virginia during the steam/diesel era of the early 1950s
www.railserve.com /Models/Layouts/HO_Scale   (4961 words)

  
 Elkhart Model Railroad HO Scale
The HO division of the EandW was expanded in 1958 as the building was remodeled to accommodate the expanding railroad.
Much of the configuration seen in old club photographs still exists today, as does much of the hand laid track.
The entire HO layout is DCC controlled thanks to Richard Zimmerman, who rewired the whole thing.
www.trainweb.org /ew/ho_scale.htm   (85 words)

  
 Sunset Models Brass "HO" Scale
We are dedicated to bringing you highly detailed, scale models in a variety of scales, at the LOWEST prices in the industry.
Sunset models is bringing all 4 of these version to HO with Sunset Sound and DCC ready wiring.
The total length of the 4 articulated cars is 140 foot or 19 inches HO Scale.
www.3rdrail.com /ho_scale.htm   (328 words)

  
 HO Scale Layout
The main attraction at the Model Railroad Club is its large 1600 square foot (40 x 40 feet) HO Scale Steam-Diesel transition layout.
The HO layout is built in a "walk under" style where the benchwork is high enough off of the main floor level to allow easy access under the layout for maintenance.
The primary purpose of our operating sessions are to operate the HO layout in a manner that simulates a real railroad and its relationship with the rest of the world.
www.tmrci.com /HO.html   (1182 words)

  
 Yesteryear Creations - brass etched model railroad kits
Catch the wind to water those thirsty cows with this exquisitely designed new HO Windmill kit.
This precision miniature brings back fond memories of days on the farm; the steady rhythm of the majestic blades turning in the wind gave the promise of a refreshing drink.
The Fire Lookout Tower is approximately 55 feet high in N Scale.
www.yesteryearcreations.com   (294 words)

  
 I'm such a Scale Ho
I'm such a Scale Ho This page looks plain and unstyled because you're using a non-standard compliant browser.
Scale this morning...157.4lbs and I know that the scale should be going down not up because I've been doing well food and exercise wise...so I will just wait out that evil machine :)
Saw 157.2 on the scale this morning and my pants were tighter than normal...bloat city here I come!
www.scalewhore.com   (510 words)

  
 ho scale - Find, Compare, and Buy at Shopping.com
This trackside HO scale structure features parts molded in color, so you don't have to paint.
This HO scale electric train set is the perfect way to begin your......
Scale, Category: HO Scale - Plasticville® U.S.A Item No: 45172 Name: Pedestrian Bridge Description: Since 1947, hobbyists and collectors have made Plasticville® U.S.A. products their structures of choice, adding character and dimension to layouts in......
www.shopping.com /xGS-ho_scale   (1268 words)

  
 Rusty Stumps Scale Models
These fine scale piece have uniform ridges and valleys just like the real steel roofing sheets.
S Scale is only available in 4 - 3.5" x 5" x.005" sheets.
The Ships Chandler Limited Edition HO scale kit is enjoying brisk sales.
www.rustystumps.com   (474 words)

  
 TMR DISTRIBUTING
Microscale decals in HO and a very limited selection in N and O scales.
S scale modelers - though I do not stock S scale, most sets listed in the CDS Lettering section are available by special order - please inquire.
Please note that the product listings (with the exception of CDS dry transfers), may not represent the entire product line offered by the manufacturer and in most cases, only items that are currently in stock and/or items I normally stock are listed.
www.tmrdistributing.com   (439 words)

  
 H0 Scale Train Layouts - HO Scale Trains - HO Scale Layouts
The HO scale CM&S and its subsidiary, the OVT&L, are displayed here.
The Boston Line in HO scale depicts the CR main line from Boston, MA (MP-1) to W. Springfield, MA (MP-99).
One of the larger HO scale layouts in Oregon, located in the heart of the Willamette Valley.
www.railsusa.com /links/Model_Railroad_Layouts_HO_Scale   (376 words)

  
 ho scale junk yard   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
The materials to make HO scale "junk" vehicles are inexpensive: I use metal...
In the parentheses I have made suggestions for N and HO Scale kits which could be...
Gravel, dirt and sand are from HO scale landscaping that I had picked up...
www.getjunkyardinfo.com /75/ho-scale-junk-yard.html   (404 words)

  
 One Track Mind Model Train Store in Arkansas - ho and n scale model trains, atlas, athearn, kato, railroads   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
We have one of the largest selections of HO scale in the mid-South, plus a good selection of N scale and also O, O-27, On30, S, G and Z scales.
We also carry plastic model kits in all scales including military planes, ships and armor, figures, cars and trucks and NASCAR kits.
HO scale trains and N scale model trains, train kits, supplies, and more....
www.arkansasweb.com /onetrackmind   (291 words)

  
 HO Scale Webring Home
This webring is dedicated to Model Railroad sites, especially those in HO Scale.
HO Scale model railroads with websites are welcome here, as well as sites dealing with aspects of model railroading that can be applied to HO Scale.
If you have an HO Scale railroad site and would like to have your site a part of the ring, use the link below to submit your site.
home.flash.net /~n5vav/hoshome.htm   (264 words)

  
 ho scale track plan   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
been a beginner's size layout in HO scale, that is a 4' x 8' sheet of plywood.
Train cars are On30 scale, complete oval track measures 38" x 56" Buy This Item Now: Coca-ColaÆ Holiday Express HO Scale Train Subscription Plan Hawthorne Village Item No. 49065...
King of Rock 'n' Roll(R) Express HO Scale Train Subscription Plan: Collectib...
www.modeltrainmania.com /ho_scale2/hoscaletrackplan   (891 words)

  
 HO-Scale   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
Thats right, coal hoppers which are emptied by opening gates in the bottom of the cars are mostly a thing of the past.
Our HO coal gondolas are loaded from a river barge by a crane with a clam shell bucket.
On it's way to the barge the train must cross an operating drawbridge.
www.augustastation.com /ho.html   (93 words)

  
 HO Scale Slot Cars   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
We are now carrying 1/24, 1/32 and 1/43 Scale slot cars as well as HO Scale.
The Huge list is my attempt at a listing of all HO scale slot cars.
If you want to know if a particular car was made in HO scale slot cars you can use the search engine to scan the list to see if it is there.
www.hoslotcars.com /slotcars.html   (252 words)

  
 Bachmann HO Thomas Trains Product Database Search Result
HO-644 Deluxe Thomas Train Set - Bachman HO Deluxe HO-scale electric train set, with Thomas the Tank Engine with moving eyes, Annie and Clarabel coaches, speed controller, Harold the Helicopter, Sir Topham Hatt, Bertie the Bus, snap-together E-Z Track to make a 56-in x 38-in oval and illustrated instruction manual.
HO-441 Harold the Helicopter - Bachmann HO Harold the Helicopter HO-scale model is a perfect companion piece for your HO railway.
HO-742 Percy the Small Engine - Bachmann HO HO-scale Percy the Small Engine with hook-and-loop coupler and eyes that move back and forth as he travels the rails on your model electric railway.
www.totallythomas.com /cgi-bin/shopper.cgi?keywords=bachmann&search=action&Template=Templates/bachmannSR.html   (439 words)

  
 ho scale cattle ranch   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
of received a Merit Award for his HO scale scale Craftsman class with a boat dock in rolling...
This HO Scale layout, owned and designed by John Snell, is a free lance layout depicting a metropolitan mid-western city in the 1940's.
RAVENSHIRE IS AN This is an overview of the Raven's Moon Horse Ranch and the Brandyshire Cattle Co....
www.1-in-modeltrains.com /56/ho-scale-cattle-ranch.html   (499 words)

  
 GHQ Models: HO scale minatures, 1/87 scale model railroad, minature locomotives, terrain, caboose
GHQ has been a leader in the fine scale model industry since 1967.
Due to the reception that our N-Scale kits received—and countless requests from envious HO modelers—we entered the HO vehicle market in 1999.
Since that time our HO kits have received flattering reviews in several leading magazines, as well as glowing reviews from the highly regarded 1/87 Vehicle and Equipment Club.
www.ghqmodels.com /pages/ho_scale/index.asp   (174 words)

  
 MODEL RAILROAD SUPPLY - Monon HO-Scale Decals
OTHER SCALES: We will produce decals from our original artwork in other scales on a cost plus 20% basis with a minimum run of 25 sets.
We suggest that you purchase the HO scale sets as a starting point for any scale.
We cannot accept responsibility for the quality of reproduction or registration of decals smaller than HO scale.
www.greatdecals.com /Switzer.htm   (1698 words)

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