With all the confusion created in another thread, I thought I would make up a chart for comparison, if this format will let me do it.
The figures given are based on Standard Gauge which is as we know 4'-8 1/2" between the rails.
Gauge is the model distance between the rails in mm.
Scale is the ratio of the model to the prototype.
Size is the measurement of mm to 1 foot.
Gauge: Scale: Size:
Z- 6.5, 1:220, 1.4mm
N- 9.0, 1:160, 2.0mm
OO- 16.5, 1:76, 4.0mm
HO- 16.5, 1:87.1, 3.5mm (1/8")
On30- 16.5, 1:48, 6.4mm (1/4")
O- 32.0, 1:48 or 1:43.5, 6.4mm or 7mm
G- 45.0, 1:22.5, 13.5mm
Did anyone happen to remember that N scale takes its name from the 9mm gauge of the track?
Hope this helps everyone.
B-) & :x
PS: As I suspected, this format will not let me create an actual chart, but read between the commas and I think you will get it.
