Electric Railway Systems
Electrically powered model railways have been popular for many years, and several companies have produced ranges of 'Thomas' merchandise to take advantage of this. As for other railway systems, the ranges include track, buildings and accessories, in addition to the locomotive and rolling stock character models. These ranges have the added advantage of being compatible with other, non-'Thomas' models, providing even more variety and play value.
Hornby Railways produce a range of 00 gauge electric 'Thomas' models. The models, based on moulds of real engines, are not finely detailed but are thus suitable for younger enthusiasts. In the United States, Lionel offers a range of Thomas models in the larger O scale. Lionel had previously manufactured Thomas and James models in G scale but dropped this line in 2001. In Japan where space is at a premium and small size is important Tomix have introduced a series of N scale Thomas models.
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