ARNOLD at Modellbahnshop
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The best-selling products of Arnold can be found e.g. in the following categories Freight cars, Passenger cars, Diesel locos or Electric locos.
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We extend our assortment of goods constantly. At the moment we lead 222 articles of Arnold, of which 51 are available immediately. As specialist retailer for products of Arnold we can help you with all questions on the articles.
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Arnold model railroads: A pioneer in N and TT scale.
Arnold, a company rich in tradition in the field of model railroads, has made a name for itself through innovation and precision. Founded on October 4, 1906 by Karl Arnold in Nuremberg, the company initially began with the production of tin toys, including boats and doll's houses. However, after the Second World War and the increasing competition in this market segment, Arnold refocused and devoted itself to the production of model trains. This reorientation was to make the company one of the leading manufacturers in the world of model railways. Alongside Tillig and Piko, Arnold is now one of the major manufacturers in the model railroad sector. Arnold's product portfolio ranges from diesel locomotives and freight wagons to passenger cars, which are mainly offered in N scale.
The history of Arnold model railways
After the reconstruction of the production facilities, which had been destroyed during the war, Arnold presented model railroads in 8 mm gauge for the first time at the Nuremberg Toy Fair in 1960 under the name "Arnold Rapido 200". These 1:200 scale models laid the foundation for a new era. As early as 1962, the company switched to the 1:160 scale with 9 mm track gauge, which led to the introduction of the internationally recognized "N gauge". From 1960 to 1962, the small "Rapido 200" trains supplemented the range before Arnold concentrated fully on the production of model railroads. Particularly noteworthy is the development of the "Rapido coupler", which was later adopted as the European standard for N gauge. In addition, from 1966 Arnold switched its production to standardized polarity, which further increased the reliability and compatibility of the model trains.
Expansion of the Arnold product range and takeovers
In the 1990s, Arnold expanded its range to include TT gauge models in order to gain a foothold in this growing market segment. In addition to electric locomotives and railcars, the range also included numerous accessories such as tracks, buildings and stations. Arnold impressed with the highest precision and accuracy of scale, which made the models very popular with collectors and model railroad enthusiasts. In 1995, Arnold was taken over by Rivarossi and in 2004 by Hornby, a British model train manufacturer, which has been selling the traditional manufacturer again since 2006. Under Hornby's leadership, numerous Arnold models were revised and new models were introduced, further enriching the range.
Arnold novelties in the model train shop
In the model train store you will find an extensive range of new products from Arnold in N and TT gauges. We offer true-to-original models of German and international railroad companies from various eras. From the German steam locomotive BR 42 to the multiple unit BR 420 in the Coca-Cola Edition to the diesel locomotive 132 483-9 - you will find numerous well-known models in our shop. You can also discover detailed gas tank cars, grain silo cars and covered freight and passenger cars, as well as the current Arnold catalog for N and TT scale, so that you are always informed about the latest developments and models.
Arnold - innovation and tradition combined
Arnold stands for innovative solutions in the field of model railroads and is today one of the leading suppliers in the N and TT gauges. The product range includes diesel locomotives, electric locomotives, steam locomotives, train sets, wagon sets, passenger and freight cars as well as tracks and turnouts. Particularly noteworthy is the introduction of the N-gauge coupler in 1963 and the Simplex coupler in 1973, which enables automatic uncoupling at any point on the layout. Arnold model trains are a must for every model train enthusiast. Browse through our online store and discover the variety and quality of Arnold models. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.