Model trains have been a popular hobby for generations, and enthusiasts take great pride in their collections. If you have a model train enthusiast in your life, you know how passionate they can be about their hobby and finding the perfect gift for them can be a challenge.
Luckily, we’ve compiled a list of 13 unique gift ideas that are sure to impress any model train enthusiast. From train sets to accessories, there are plenty of options to choose from when it comes to model train gifts.
If you’re looking for something a little more unique, there are plenty of other options to consider. No matter what you choose, any of these gifts are sure to delight the model train enthusiast in your life.
Catch a ride on the the CSX Transportation Vision Caboose! This HO scale model from Walthers Trainline is the perfect addition to any train enthusiast’s collection.
Get ready to unleash your inner engineer with RoWood’s Prime Steam Express! This 3D wooden puzzle is perfect for teens and adults who love building and creating. With intricate details and a scale mechanical model train, this kit is sure to impress.
Add a pop of color to your DIY projects with Woohome’s flower cluster! Perfect for model railways, dioramas, and garden landscapes.
Bring your miniature scenes to life with this set of 55 painted figures, including 30 people, 5 street lamps, 11 trees, 5 park benches, and 4 patches of fake grass. Perfect for architectural scale model trains (1:50).
Create a stunning landscape with this 36-piece model tree set! Perfect for DIY crafts, building models, and train scenery, these natural green trees range from 1.36 to 6 inches in size.
All aboard! Bring your miniature train scenes to life with these 25 detailed railroad worker figures and their trusty tools. Perfect for HO scale layouts.
Get your hands on the finger-lickin’ good Kentucky Fried Chicken Drive-In building kit! Perfect for train enthusiasts aged 14 and up, this red and white HO scale kit will add a touch of nostalgia to your model railroad.
All aboard this 130 piece electric train set! This HO scale electric train set comes with 130 pieces, including a locomotive, cars, track, and accessories. Perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike.
Stop traffic on your HO scale layout with Bachmann Trains’ Road Crossing scenery accessory. Realistic details and easy installation make this a must-have!
Choo choo! Build your own legendary steam train with this Big Boy Locomotive set. With 1,818 pieces, this articulated steam locomotive is the perfect gift for any train enthusiast.
Get ready to unleash your inner engineer with Model Trains: Creating Tabletop Railroads. This book will guide you through the art of model-making and help you create your very own miniature world of locomotives and landscapes.
All aboard the train of too many trains! This funny t-shirt is perfect for any model railway enthusiast who can’t resist adding just one more locomotive to their collection.
Keep your freight cool and your layout hot with the Walthers Trainline HO Scale Insulated Boxcar in CSX livery. Perfect for any modern railroading scene!