Starter Sets - Bachmann
Welcome to Our Giant Selection of OO Gauge Train Sets
If you are getting started in the great hobby of railway modelling, there is no better way than with a starter set or train set and we are the go to shop as our selection is as big as any in the world!
OO Gauge is 1:76 scale (or 1:76.2 scale to be precise) and is the most popular gauge to model in the United Kingdom with nearly all of the major manufacturers supporting it. There is a comprehensive range of locomotives, coaches, wagons, track and accessories to extend with, so the possibilities are almost limitless.
The most popular brand of train set is Hornby but you might also want to consider similar sets from Bachmann or some of the other brands we have carefully selected for you to choose from. We stock train sets containing iconic and workaday Steam Locomotives as well as Diesels and Electrics as well as the very latest Multiple Units that you see on the real railway today.
Train sets are an ideal gift and a popular birthday present and of course, who wouldn’t want to receive a train set for Christmas and we even have specially themed seasonal sets to run around a Christmas tree.
When buying a train set as a gift, you might want to consider a track or building extension set as a supplementary gift as this will add operational interest right from the start, as a thoughtful and useful addition.
We are one of the largest suppliers of OO Gauge Train Sets in the world and our experienced expert team (who are all modellers themselves) are on hand to guide you with any advice or suggestions you might need. Enhance your modelling by buying Hornby Train Sets and Bachmann Starter Sets direct from Gaugemaster – the model shop for BIG imaginations.
Bachmann Trains is a US company owned by renowned Chinese manufacturer Kader Industries, providing highly detailed OO scale models. Bachmann Europe was formed in 1989 and soon established itself as a serious rival to Hornby with a portfolio of highly detailed and critically acclaimed model railway products.
Bachmann Branchline products come highly regarded and are respected equally by dealers and modellers, and you’ll find an extensive collection at Gaugemaster, including products at discount prices.
Our range of Bachmann trains includes steam locomotives encompassing many classes, from the humble Pannier Tank through to the handsome Double Fairlie.
Fans of diesel locomotives will not be disappointed with our collection of Bachmann trains either, as nearly every major class is represented, including the two big ones: the Class 20 and the Class 37. The latter of these were retooled to the highest of standards in 2022 and boast features such as tinted windows, motorised radiator fans, and high specification sound decoders.
Although often overlooked, modellers seeking electric locomotives will not be disappointed either, as many types are available from Bachmann Branchline. The entire collection of Bachmann trains is available as either analogue or DCC sound-fitted options.
We stock a huge selection of coaches and wagons covering all eras, regions, and train operators so whether you model BR, GWR, or the more eclectic modern railway, Bachmann is the brand for you. You can also shop Bachmann’s Scenecraft pre-built building and accessories at Gaugemaster to further bring your model railway to life, while the Bachmann Thomas and Friends collection is great for young train enthusiasts.
Shop the Bachmann Thomas and Friends collection at Gaugemaster, which features engines, carriages, wagons, and model vehicles from the world of Thomas the Tank Engine. Find all your favourite characters from the Island of Sodor in the Bachmann Thomas the Tank Engine collection - perfect for big kids or for special gifts your loved one will treasure for years to come.Â
The Bachmann Thomas range includes working models of Thomas himself, as well as James, Henry, Percy, Daisy, Toby, and Harold the Helicopter. You’ll find all the Bachmann Thomas trains at Gaugemaster - one of the many reasons why we’re known as the one-stop model shop.
If you’re looking for a Bachmann Thomas set (an ideal birthday or Christmas gift), you’ll find the classic Thomas and Friends Starter Set featuring Thomas, Annie and Claribel, as well as the Thomas and Friends Passenger Starter Set. You can also shop the Thomas and Friends Track Expander Pack to extend your set-up even further.Â
You’ll find a fantastic selection of accessories to add extra character to your model railway, including figures depicting the likes of Sir Topham Hat, Farmer McColl, and the Conductor. Bring even more detail to your layout and create all kinds of adventures for your Bachmann Thomas model and friends with additions like the infamous Troublesome Trucks, a Water Tanker, and even a Chocolate Syrup Tanker. The Bachmann Thomas and Friends collection is truly excellent, with products to bring every imagination to life.
Gaugemaster also stocks an extensive Bachmann range exclusively for grown-ups. Discover our full collection of model railway supplies today.