News & Products for the week of March 9th 2026 Model railroad operators and builders can get the latest information about locomotives, freight cars, passenger cars, tools, track, and more by reading Model Railroader’s frequent product updates. The following are the products Model Railroader editors have news on for the week of March 9th […]
For many years Hobbyshop Window was a popular department in the pages of Model Railroader magazine. We’re excited to bring it back as a frequent feature on Trains.com. Here’s a recap of some of the items that arrived at our offices for the week ending March 6th 2026. Keep up to date on the latest […]
Round 2, a collectibles company and portfolio company of Praesidian Capital, today announced it has acquired Lionel, LLC, a historic brand founded more than 125 years ago. In a press release sent to Classic Toy Trains, the arrangement will create the Lionel Brands Group. The deal unites two category leaders under one roof, giving the […]
In this product review video, Model Railroader Senior Editor Cody Grivno examines the Athearn HO scale Electro-Motive Division SD40-2. Cody begins with the prototype history, noting that EMD produced more than 3,900 units between January 1972 and February 1986. These six-axle units were rated at 3,000 horsepower and featured a 16-cylinder 645E3C diesel engine. The […]
News & Products for the week of March 2nd 2026 Model railroad operators and builders can get the latest information about locomotives, freight cars, passenger cars, tools, track, and more by reading Model Railroader’s frequent product updates. The following are the products Model Railroader editors have news on for the week of March 2nd […]
Last week, CTT posted an announcement that Round 2 intends to purchase Lionel LLC. Lionel is 126 years old and as an icon in the hobby, hobbyists have questions and concerns about its future. I’ve put together some commentary on what might happen, given what I know about both brands. I’d love your input; please […]
Locomotives & rolling stock MTH Electric Trains, 7393 Washington Blvd. Ste. 101, Elkridge, MD 21075, is offering O Scale SD40T-2 Diesel Locomotive as part of the Premier line. The engines will be available in seven roadnames, feature prototypical cab numbers, and have O-42 operation (20-22123 shown). Expected delivery in May 2026. Price: Website: mthtrains.com Mr. […]
For many years Hobbyshop Window was a popular department in the pages of Model Railroader magazine. We’re excited to bring it back as an occasional feature on Trains.com. Here’s a recap of some of the items that arrived at our offices for the week ending February 27th 2026. Keep up to date on the latest […]
For over 125 years, the name Lionel has been synonymous with toy trains. The storied American manufacturer, founded in New York City, has changed hands more than a few times over the years. As Round 2 prepares to acquire Lionel, LLC, and create the Lionel Brands Group, let’s take a look back at the history […]
Chuck Hitchcock, well-known modeler and Model Railroader author, passed away Saturday, Feb. 14, at age 89. A Santa Fe modeler Chuck’s passion for passenger trains and the Santa Fe fueled his modeling. As a child he had, like many, a Lionel train set which featured the Santa Fe. Subsequent layouts also featured the Santa Fe, […]
Classic Toy Trains recently posted an article announcing Round 2’s intent to acquire Lionel, LLC. If you’re not a die-cast or plastic model kit fan, you might not be familiar with Round 2 or its product lines. According to Tim Kidwell, Editor-in-Chief of FineScale Modeler magazine, Round 2 is best known for producing plastic model […]
News & Products for the week of February 23rd 2026 Model railroad operators and builders can get the latest information about locomotives, freight cars, passenger cars, tools, track, and more by reading Model Railroader’s frequent product updates. The following are the products Model Railroader editors have news on for the week of February 23rd […]
