Model railways vs RC cars & planes
Model railways and RC cars & planes have 84% in common. Here is how they differ on time, cost and feel, so you can pick the one that fits your week.
| What | Model railways | RC cars & planes |
|---|---|---|
| Time a week | 3 hours a week | 2 hours a week |
| Who with | On your own | On your own |
| You end up with | Something you made | A skill you got better at |
| Feels | Calm | Lively |
| To start | $150 | $150 |
Choose model railways if
- More of an indoor thing
- More about collecting
- Slower to reward you
About $150 to start, then about $30 a month.
Choose RC cars & planes if
- More time outside
- Less about collecting
- Quicker first wins
About $150 to start, then about $15 a month.
What you'll need
- Model railways: Scenery Materials, Track, Model Railroad Starter Set Full cost breakdown
- RC cars & planes: About $150 to start, then about $15 a month. Full cost breakdown