Model Train History Dates Back To 1840’s

October 2, 2012

Models trains are much older than most people think, with a history dating back to almost two centuries! The first model train, Birmingham Dribbler, was built in 1840s and used a real steam engine to run. These early models were fascinating except for the downside that they were running without any rails!

Some people outside the hobby get confused between model railways and miniature railways. Although the principle is the same, they are completely different in that the latter can actually carry real humans and are powered by powerful engines. So if you get asked the difference, then that is the simple answer.