Brass Profiles for Current Collection
The solid rail profiles conduct the traction current and are designed for indoor and garden railways. Dirt, plant debris and oxidation must nevertheless be removed regularly.
All Current LGB G-Gauge Track Sets
LGB Garden Railway Track Sets: All 4 G-Gauge Sets
Compare two complete R1 track circles, the buffer-stop track set for an additional siding and the station track set with two turnouts. This guide also explains how LGB straights, radii, turnouts, power connections and track clips work together on a garden railway.
4
current LGB track sets
2
complete R1 circles
2
operational extensions
45 mm
shared track gauge
Large-Scale Track for Gardens, Terraces and Indoor Layouts
What is an LGB garden-railway track set?
An LGB track set combines coordinated LGB track , turnouts or accessories for a clearly defined purpose. A starter circle creates the first closed running route. Extension sets can later turn this circle into an oval with a siding, passing loop or station track.
LGB track has a track gauge of 45 millimetres, solid brass rails and robust plastic sleepers. It has no moulded roadbed. Outdoors, it can therefore be laid on a well-drained ballast foundation, while paving slabs, modules or seasonal layouts are also possible on terraces and indoors.
The four products listed here contain only track, connection and control components. Locomotives and wagons are not included. Suitable vehicles and complete starter sets are available in the LGB manufacturer range .
Important distinction: LGB 19904 also includes a controller and power supply. The Modellbahnshop circle set MBSET10356 consists of track, a connection cable and track clips and therefore requires an existing suitable control system.
Materials, Geometry and Electrical Operation
How does the LGB G-gauge track system work?
The track system combines weather-resistant materials with fixed radii, straight compensation pieces, manually or electrically operated turnouts and components for separating electrical sections.
Open Track Without a Fixed Roadbed
The sleepers have no moulded ballast body. The substructure, ballast colour, embankment and drainage can therefore be adapted completely to the terrain.
Suitable for Analogue and Digital Operation
The track does not determine the control method. The controller, digital command station, vehicle decoders, cable cross-section and feedback equipment define the later operating system.
| LGB Radius | Radius | Standard Angle | Track Sections for a Circle | Typical Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R1 | 600 mm | 30° | 12 sections | Compact starter circle and the R1 turnouts used in the sets |
| R2 | Approximately 780 mm | 30° | 12 sections | Broader curve for smoother vehicle movement |
| R3 | Approximately 1,195 mm | 22.5° | 16 sections | Generous garden routes and R3 turnouts |
| R5 | Approximately 2,320 mm | 15° | 24 sections | Long vehicles and more prototypical main-line routes |
The smallest radius determines which vehicles can later be operated safely. Before constructing the track, check the stated minimum radius of the longest intended locomotive and wagon.
Product Group 1
Two LGB R1 Track Circles for Getting Started
Both sets use twelve 11000 curved tracks with an angle of 30 degrees. They differ primarily in the included power supply, controller and number of track clips.
Catalogue Number 19904
LGB 19904 Starter Track Set
A complete technical foundation for the first train run. The closed R1 circle is supplemented by a controller, power supply, connection cable and track clips.
- 12 × LGB 11000, R1 and 30°
- Outer diameter of the circle: 129 cm
- Controller and power supply for 230 volts
- Connection cable and track clips
Modellbahnshop Set MBSET10356
LGB G-Gauge Starter Circle
A track circle for garden-railway users who already own a suitable controller or digital command station. The 28 track clips can also secure later extensions.
- 12 × LGB 11000, R1 and 30°
- 1 × LGB 50160 track connection cable, 1.5 m
- 1 × LGB 11500 containing 28 track clips
- No power supply or controller
Product Group 2
Buffer-Stop and Station Track Sets for More Operation
Sets 19901 and 19902 expand an existing R1 circle. They contain manually operated turnouts and the suitable straight or curved track required for a geometrically complete arrangement.
Catalogue Number 19901
LGB 19901 Buffer-Stop Track Set
The simple circle becomes an oval with an additional terminal siding. Wagons can be stored, goods can be loaded or initial shunting movements can be performed.
- 1 × LGB 12000 right-hand manual turnout
- 6 × LGB 10000 straight tracks, each 300 mm
- 1 × LGB 11000 R1 curve with an angle of 30°
- 1 × buffer stop
Catalogue Number 19902
LGB 19902 Station Track Set
Two turnouts form a parallel passing track. Trains can meet, one train can wait or a locomotive can move from one end of its train to the other.
- 1 × LGB 12000 right-hand manual turnout
- 1 × LGB 12100 left-hand manual turnout
- 9 × LGB 10000 straight tracks, each 300 mm
- 2 × LGB 11000 R1 curves, each 30°
| LGB Track Set | Main Purpose | Included Turnouts | Power Supply | Suitable Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LGB 19904 | Closed R1 running circuit | None | Controller, power supply and cable included | Technical introduction without vehicles |
| MBSET10356 | Closed R1 running circuit | None | Connection cable only | Addition to an existing control system |
| LGB 19901 | Oval with a terminal siding | One right-hand R1 manual turnout | Not included | Storage, loading and shunting |
| LGB 19902 | Oval with a passing loop | One left- and one right-hand R1 manual turnout | Not included | Station, train crossings and running round |
From a Starter Circle to a Complete Garden Railway
The Most Important Components of the LGB Track System
The track sets can be adapted to the property, terrace and intended operating style using additional straight and curved tracks , LGB turnouts and track accessories .
LGB 10000
Basic 300-Millimetre Straight
The standard straight forms station tracks and extends a circle into an oval. Two sections are equivalent to one 600-millimetre straight.
Short Compensation Tracks
41 to 150 Millimetres
Short straights and adjustable track 10090 close small gaps without requiring the brass rails to be cut.
LGB 11000
R1 Curve with an Angle of 30 Degrees
Twelve sections create a complete circle. The 600-millimetre radius is compact but also determines which vehicles can be used.
R2, R3 and R5
Larger Curves for Longer Vehicles
Broader curves improve smooth running and appearance. Generous radii are especially beneficial on prominent visible routes.
LGB 12000 and 12100
Manual Turnouts with an R1 Branch
The straight route measures 300 millimetres, while the branch follows R1 through 30 degrees. An electric drive can be added later.
R3 and R5 Turnouts
More Generous Routes
Larger turnouts require more space but allow long vehicles to branch more smoothly and with a more convincing appearance.
Isolation and Reversing-Loop Tracks
Control Electrical Sections
Insulated tracks separate storage, feedback or reversing-loop sections. Electrical planning should be completed before the track is ballasted permanently.
Joiners and Track Clips
Secure Rail Joints Mechanically
Joiners align the brass profiles and conduct current. Track clips reduce the risk of track sections pulling apart on temporary layouts.
Reliable Operation Outdoors
How to Plan and Lay LGB Track Correctly in the Garden
Weather-resistant track is not maintenance-free. A load-bearing foundation, drainage, protected electrical equipment and regular inspections prevent many later operating problems.
Mark the Route
Define paths, flower beds, roots, mowing edges and maintenance access first. Allow for vehicle overhang on curves.
Test the Radius in Practice
Test the longest wagon on R1 and the turnouts. Choose a broader radius where sufficient space is available.
Provide Drainage Beneath the Track
Compacted, water-permeable ballast reduces settlement and prevents standing water beneath the sleepers.
Align the Track Loosely
Test the complete route and turnout positions first. Only then add ballast, edging stones or permanent fixings.
Use Multiple Power Feeds
Provide additional wiring for long routes. Power supplies and command stations belong in a dry location.
Inspect the Layout Regularly
Remove leaves, soil and plants and inspect the railheads, joiners and moving turnout components.
Without an Existing Control System
LGB 19904 includes a controller and power supply.
With an Existing Command Station
MBSET10356 provides the circle, cable and track clips.
Initial Shunting Tasks
LGB 19901 adds a completed terminal siding.
Allow Two Trains to Meet
LGB 19902 creates a complete passing loop.
Further guidance is available in the Garden Railway Guide , under Plan a Model Railway and on the Digital Garden Railways with Massoth topic page.
Understanding the 45-Millimetre Track Gauge
Distinguishing G Gauge, IIm, Gauge II and Gauge 1
The same model track gauge does not automatically mean the same scale. LGB primarily represents metre-gauge prototypes in nominal size IIm, while Gauge 1 also uses 45-millimetre track but represents standard gauge at a scale of 1:32.
| Designation | Typical Scale | Model Track Gauge | Represented Prototype | Relationship to LGB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G Gauge / IIm | Frequently 1:22.5 | 45 mm | Metre gauge and comparable narrow-gauge railways | Principal application of LGB track sets |
| Gauge II | 1:22.5 | 64 mm | Standard gauge | Not intended for 45-millimetre LGB track |
| Gauge IIe | 1:22.5 | 32 mm | Narrow gauge around 750 mm | Independent track system |
| Gauge IIi / IIf | 1:22.5 | 22.5 mm | Industrial and field railways | Not interchangeable with LGB track |
| Gauge 1 | 1:32 | 45 mm | Standard gauge | Technically similar track gauge but a visibly different scale |
PIKO and other garden-railway track systems also frequently use a track gauge of 45 millimetres. Before creating a transition, check the rail profile, joiners, installation height, radius, wheelsets, couplings and power supply.
Frequently Searched Answers
Questions About LGB Garden-Railway Track Sets
These answers help with set selection, radii, outdoor operation, power supplies and later expansion.
How many LGB track sets are included in this overview?
Four current products are listed: LGB 19904, the Modellbahnshop circle set MBSET10356 and the extension sets 19901 and 19902.
What is the difference between the two LGB R1 circle sets?
LGB 19904 also includes a controller and power supply. MBSET10356 instead provides a connection cable and 28 track clips for an existing control system.
Does LGB 19904 include a locomotive or wagons?
No. The product is a technical starter track set containing a track circle, power supply, controller, connection cable and track clips.
How large is the circle in the LGB 19904 set?
The circle consists of twelve R1 curves and has an outer diameter of approximately 129 centimetres. Additional clearance is required for vehicle overhang and safety.
Which LGB set is suitable for a siding?
LGB 19901 contains a right-hand manual turnout, six straights, one R1 curve and a buffer stop for a terminal siding.
Which set allows two trains to meet?
LGB 19902 uses one left- and one right-hand turnout to create a passing loop where two trains can meet or one train can wait.
Can every LGB vehicle negotiate radius R1?
Not automatically. The minimum radius stated for the individual vehicle remains decisive. Long vehicles normally look better on R2, R3 or R5.
Can LGB track remain permanently outdoors?
The track is designed for outdoor operation. A well-drained foundation, regular cleaning and inspection of the connections nevertheless remain necessary.
Can an LGB layout be operated using analogue and digital control?
Yes. The track can be used with both operating methods. The controller or digital command station, decoders and wiring determine the control system.
Can LGB and PIKO G track be connected?
Both systems use a track gauge of 45 millimetres. The rail profile, joiners, installation height and geometry must nevertheless be checked at the planned transition.
Add Suitable LGB Garden-Railway Products to the Track Plan
Explore straight and curved track, broader radii, manual and electric turnouts, joiners, track clips, vehicles and digital technology for your G-gauge layout.