Bachmann Trains

Bachmann reaches across scales, train types, track systems, structures, accessories, and replacement parts. Use the links below to move directly into the part of the Bachmann lineup that fits what you're looking for.

Bachmann HO Scale

HO is the deepest part of the Bachmann ecosystem at Trainz, with dedicated areas for locomotives, train sets, rolling stock, and track.

Explore All Bachmann HO Scale

• HO Steam Locomotives
• HO Diesel Locomotives
• HO Train Sets
• HO Freight Cars
• HO Passenger Cars
• HO E-Z Track

More Ways to Explore Bachmann

Other Bachmann equipment can appear beyond these dedicated areas, including On30 and HOn30 narrow gauge trains, electric locomotives, streetcars and rail transit, maintenance-of-way equipment, figures, accessories, control products, and other specialty models.

Bachmann locomotives have covered steam, diesel, and electric power across multiple scales and eras. Depending on current Trainz inventory, that can mean anything from classic steam engines and diesel locomotives to modern passenger power, electric locomotives, and specialty equipment.

Bachmann train sets are another major part of the brand, including freight and passenger sets, starter trains, ready-to-run sets, Christmas trains, and themed releases. Older and discontinued sets can be especially useful for shoppers trying to replace a train they remember, complete an existing set, or find a model no longer offered new.

Bachmann rolling stock adds freight cars, passenger cars, cabooses, and other railroad equipment. Look for boxcars, hoppers, gondolas, tank cars, flatcars, coaches, baggage cars, observation cars, dining cars, and other car types according to scale and available inventory.

Bachmann On30 trains have made narrow gauge railroading an important part of the brand. On30 uses 1:48 O Scale proportions with a 16.5 mm track gauge, allowing the trains to operate on HO-gauge track. Bachmann has produced On30 steam locomotives, train sets, freight and passenger cars, and other narrow gauge equipment.

HOn30 uses a different relationship: the equipment remains HO Scale at approximately 1:87 while operating on 9 mm N-gauge track. Bachmann has used HOn30 for narrow gauge models, including equipment within its Thomas & Friends range.

These aren't the same as traditional O Gauge trains. Bachmann's conventional 3-rail O Gauge equipment is sold under the Williams by Bachmann name, so shoppers looking for O Gauge locomotives and rolling stock should use the Williams link in the Bachmann directory above.

Bachmann goes well beyond locomotives and cars. Streetcars, trolleys, rail transit, maintenance-of-way equipment, figures, structures, scenery items, and railroad accessories can all add another dimension to a Bachmann railroad.

Track is another major part of the brand. Bachmann's E-Z Track system combines sectional track with integrated roadbed for easier setup and expansion, while available track pieces can include straights, curves, turnouts, crossings, and rerailers. The dedicated Bachmann Track and E-Z Track areas handle deeper track-specific shopping.

Operating features also vary considerably between Bachmann locomotives. Depending on the model and production era, shoppers may encounter conventional DC, DCC-ready, DCC-equipped, or sound-equipped locomotives. Bachmann has also offered E-Z Command digital control products, so individual specifications matter when DCC, sound, lighting, or another operating feature is important.

Bachmann remains an active model train manufacturer, but shopping at Trainz can reach much farther back than the current catalog. Newer releases can appear alongside used Bachmann trains, older locomotives, discontinued train sets, retired road names, vintage rolling stock, and models from earlier production runs.

Spectrum adds another layer to that history. The name has been used for more detailed Bachmann locomotives, rolling stock, and other equipment across several scales, and both older Spectrum releases and newer Spectrum-branded products may appear.

Pre-owned inventory can be especially useful when you're searching for a discontinued Bachmann locomotive, a missing car from an older train set, replacement equipment, or a particular model that hasn't been produced in years.

Trainz buys qualifying model train collections that may include Bachmann locomotives, train sets, rolling stock, Spectrum models, Williams by Bachmann equipment, Plasticville buildings, track, parts, accessories, and other railroad items.

You don't need to identify or research every piece before getting started. If you have Bachmann trains you're ready to sell, visit Sell My Trains: How It Works to learn about the process and how to submit your trains for consideration.

Does Bachmann still make model trains?

Yes. Bachmann continues to produce locomotives, rolling stock, train sets, track, accessories, and other model railroad equipment.

What scales does Bachmann make trains in?

Bachmann's U.S. range includes HO, N, On30, HOn30, and Large Scale equipment, while Williams by Bachmann serves the traditional 3-rail O Gauge market.

Does Bachmann make O Gauge trains?

Yes, through Williams by Bachmann. Williams is Bachmann's traditional 3-rail O Gauge line and is the better destination for Bachmann-family O Gauge locomotives and rolling stock.

What is the difference between Bachmann On30 and O Gauge?

On30 uses O Scale 1:48 proportions on 16.5 mm narrow gauge track and operates on HO-gauge track. Williams by Bachmann O Gauge trains use traditional 3-rail O track.

What is Spectrum by Bachmann?

Spectrum is a Bachmann product line associated with more detailed locomotives, rolling stock, and other models across multiple scales.

Are all Bachmann locomotives DCC or sound equipped?

No. Bachmann locomotives vary by model and production era and may be conventional DC, DCC-ready, DCC-equipped, or equipped with DCC and sound.

Can I still find discontinued Bachmann trains?

Yes. Trainz may have used, vintage, discontinued, collectible, and hard-to-find Bachmann locomotives, train sets, rolling stock, and other equipment as pre-owned inventory changes.