Questions & Answers

Who Invented Model Trains?
The first mass market model trains were invented by a German Company called Markin in 1891 and by the early 1950s model trains were the number one most popular toy for boys in the United States. As technology advanced, model train kits became more realistic.

Want More Information on Model Trains?
Check out the website for the Train Collectors Association, an international non profit organization of people who operate aand collect toy trains, toy train accessories, toy train books, toy train paper, and anything else rail transport related.