Before long the desire to add more accessories to make a more realistic model can turn this into an ongoing project that can grow in intensity.



Every layout is different and everyone has their own favorite accessories, but the following 5 items are some of the most common accessories that add a level of realism and interest to your model railroad.

1. Train Station

The train station will probably be one of the first buildings added. It's the focal point for starting and ending and the town can be built around it.

2. Lighting

There are many forms of lighting for railroads. There can be background lighting to give a backdrop a degree of realism or street lights to add to the ambiance of a city. These may be strictly for decoration, or they may actually light up at night to give the streets a realistic glow.

3. Rail Cars

The locomotive will be your main rail car for your model train set but there are many other types of railcars that you will have to choose from as well.

4. Figures such as People and Animals

Adding figures such as people will complete your model and make it more realistic. The addition of animals will add that extra little touch as well.

5. Landscaping

You have unlimited choices for landscaping. Just use your imagination to add trees and grass or water. But if you'd like to be a little more creative you can add tunnels or hills and valleys for your train to roam through.