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Outdoor Toy Trains - Bringing
the Fun Outside!
Toy trains are typically seen indoors in a variety of settings.
The most popular display is around a Christmas tree, circling
the perimeter around all the gifts. Some people choose to set up
their own unique display for year-round viewing inside their
home. But rarely will you find a toy train display outdoors;
mainly due to the fear of damaging the toy train system.
However, there are several toy trains and toy train systems that
are meant just for outdoors, and you're about to get a glimpse
of some of the most popular outdoor toy trains!
First of all, you need to know how to set up a good outdoor
train system. Outdoor model trains should always be placed in a
secure location, and should be as level as possible. You might
want to consider adding your outdoor train system to your
garden, or designing a garden around your toy train. You will
only need a single track railway, one locomotive and three or
four pieces of rolling rock to get started. Dig a trench about
two or three inches deep that your train track route will
follow. Fill it with sand and set your track in place, then
place more sand in the track to make it even with the ground.
This will help provide you with a level ground to operate your
train system. Now that you've got the construction aspect
complete, it's time to choose your outdoor toy train!
The Lionel Silver Bell Express by the Lionel Corporation is a
beautiful addition to your outdoor Christmas display. This
gorgeous locomotive is sure to be the center of attention at
your next holiday party or gathering. The toy trains shimmers in
a frosty blue and silver color, and is complete with a musical
caboose that plays a pleasant version of "Jingle Bells," "Silent
Night", and "Santa Clause is Coming to Town". The Silver Bell
Express is controlled by a transformer that allows you to move
the locomotive forward or reverse. Hand-painted detail and
realistic decals make this outdoor toy train look like it just
came from Santa's Workshop! The gauge is large scale and 51" in
diameter, making it large enough to complete any outdoor
decoration. The Silver Bell Express can be purchased new for
around $200 or you could try your luck at an auction to try to
snag this beauty for a cheaper price.
The LGB Trains G Scale Hooker Modern Tank Car is an excellent
choice for your outdoor toy train system. This outdoor train is
a modern version of the classic toy train familiar to many
adults. The powerful locomotive can easily pull several freight
or passenger cars and you can actually fill the tank with water
to create an old-fashioned steam engine effect. The Hooker
Modern Tank Car sells for around $85.
These are only a few of the many choices available for the
outdoor toy train display. With proper construction and smart
shopping, you can create a toy train wonderland right in your
own backyard!
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