r/modeltrains is a subreddit with 124k members. The community frequently discusses train, layout, trains, scale, and modeling, and they frequently recommend/review glue, beginner set, and 3d printer, and the most common flair used is show and tell, locomotives, rolling stock, question, and help needed.
A community for all Model Railway enthusiasts and new people curious about the hobby.
Popular Topics in r/modeltrains
#1
Train
7 posts
#2
Layout
5 posts
#3
Trains
4 posts
#4
Scale
4 posts
#5
Modeling
2 posts
#6
Rolling Stock
2 posts
#7
Ho
2 posts
#8
Coal
2 posts
#9
Locomotive
2 posts
#10
Sound
2 posts
Products Discussed in r/modeltrains
Glue
11 reviews
#1
PVA
4.0★ from 2 reviews
#2
Testors
4.5★ from 2 reviews
#3
Loctite
4.0★ from 1 review
Beginner Set
10 reviews
#1
Kato
4.7★ from 3 reviews
#2
Hornby
4.0★ from 2 reviews
#3
Bachmann
4.0★ from 2 reviews
3d Printer
5 reviews
#1
Bambu Labs
4.0★ from 2 reviews
#2
Creality
4.0★ from 1 review
#3
Prusa
5.0★ from 1 review
Flair Used in r/modeltrains
#1
Show and Tell
: "Short train over a tall bridge!"
24 posts
#2
Locomotives
: "Pulling into the arrival track."
22 posts
#3
Rolling Stock
: "3d printer go brrr or something. (1885 Lehigh Valley coal hopper) Needs work, but I'll get there."
10 posts
#4
Question
: "Need help identifying two locomotives"
9 posts
#5
Help Needed
: "Whats going on with my N Scale DCC locomotive?"
9 posts
#6
Layout
: "More scenes on my layout"
6 posts
#7
Track Plan
: "Basement HO layout trackplan"
5 posts
#8
Structures & Scenery
: "Kibri Patrician's house to Victorian bank."
4 posts
#9
Electrical
: "intermittent flickering issue with only one locomotive"
4 posts
#10
Exhibition
: "One of my favorite speeds to run"
3 posts
Member Growth in r/modeltrains
Yearly
+18k members(17.5%)
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Last updated: September 13, 2026