Hornby Train Sets
Hornby Train Sets
Hornby railways are synonymous with quality workmanship and realism. Frank Hornby was so proud of this toy train sets that he gave them his family name.
Hornby railways and Hornby track are coveted additions to any child or model train enthusiast’s collection. With a lengthy and interesting history, Hornby train sets have passed the test of time and Hornby, as the company is presently known, currently produces over 650 different lines of model trains to delight adults and children alike.
The Hornby History
First introduced in 1920, Hornby trains were initially powered by a clockwork motor and then, beginning in 1925, were powered by electricity. These original trains were very fragile and so there are only a few intact models that are still working in existence today. They are very valuable collector’s items.
Hornby Track
Hornby train sets first ran on a three track system, however, because competitors began using two track systems, Hornby followed suit.
Types of Modern Train Sets
Hornby makes a wide variety of train sets to appeal to both children and sophisticated adult collectors.
A Beginner’s Set
If you are a beginner to train collecting, select a train set that is inexpensive, durable, and easy to use. The Local Freight set, for example, is both easy to use and durable and appeals to both children and adults.
A Child’s Set
If you are purchasing the Hornby trains for a child, consider the enchanting line of Thomas & Friends Train Sets, modeled after the famous animated cartoon. These sets are attractive, as well as fun to use and child safe.
Sets for Middle School Children and Adults
Once your child reaches middle school age, his interest in model train sets will have become more sophisticated and he will begin to appreciate some of the historical aspects of Hornby railways. The Flying Scotsman Train Set offers more track and detail than models made for younger children and pays a charming homage to this historical era.
The Pendolino Train Set train set is typical of the level of quality engineering of this train’s era and is a romantic way for you to help your child create a fairly accurate replica of this slice of time.
Digital Hornby Train Sets
Digital train sets appeal to both train and electronics enthusiasts, as they allow one controller to manage several sets at once. The Virgin Pendolino and Mixed Goods Train Sets are excellent examples of quality, digital train sets and will provide many hours of entertainment and appreciation.
While new train sets are being added all the time, Hornby will continue to offer new models to appeal to both children, adults and collectors.
