Model railways vs Scale model kits
Model railways and scale model kits have 93% 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 | Scale model kits |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Something you made |
| Feels | Calm | Calm |
| To start | $150 | $30 |
Choose model railways if
- Costs more to start
- More social
About $150 to start, then about $30 a month.
Choose scale model kits if
- Cheaper to start
- Easier to do alone
About $30 to start, then about $15 a month.
What you'll need
- Model railways: Scenery Materials, Track, Model Railroad Starter Set Full cost breakdown
- Scale model kits: About $30 to start, then about $15 a month. Full cost breakdown