Classic Toy Trains Magazine — Summer 2026

The Summer 2026 issue of Classic Toy Trains is a must-read for every O and S gauge enthusiast. The cover story takes you inside a stunning O gauge empire packed into just 75 square feet — proof that big layouts don't always need big spaces. Plus an exclusive buyer's guide covering the best O and S gauge structures on the market today.

In This Issue:

• Visit an O Gauge Empire in 75 Sq. Feet — A tour of an impressive O gauge layout that proves great railroading can happen in any space
• Exclusive Buyer's Guide: O and S Gauge Structures — Everything you need to know to find the best structures for your layout
• Kitbash a Plasticville Airport Hangar — Step-by-step techniques for transforming a classic Plasticville kit into a one-of-a-kind hangar
• Lionel's Postwar New Haven Boxcar — A detailed look at one of Lionel's most collectible postwar pieces