Dick Christianson, the founding editor of Classic Toy Trains and the consummate cheerleader for Lionel trains of the postwar era, was recently asked about his top locomotive. He's owned several ...

Trains.com staff writer Lucas Iverson offers a recap and wish list from Lionel’s 2025 Volume 1 Catalog to kick off the ...

Volume 1 catalog was recently published on the manufacturer’s website. Highlights include Lionel Lines Vision Hudson prewar ...

The Lionel train mascot Lenny holds special edition ... For instance, Lionel offers different smelling fluid for steam locomotives, which makes steam puff out of the smokestacks.