Category: Latest Z Scale Releases

All About Noch Z Scale Preformed Layouts

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Noch Z Scale Preformed Layouts are a great way to jump into z scale model railroading. If you have a passion for model railroading and want to create a stunning miniature world in the palm of your hand, then you’re in for a treat. In this article, we will dive into the details of Noch Z Scale Preformed Layouts, their benefits, and how they can enhance your model railroad experience.

What Are Noch Z Scale Preformed Layouts? Noch Z Scale Preformed Layouts are meticulously crafted, ready-to-use layouts designed to bring your model railroad dreams to life. They are made to Z Scale, which means that they are built to a proportion of 1:220, providing an incredible level of detail in a compact space. These layouts come in various shapes, sizes, and themes, allowing you to choose the one that suits your preferences.  The winter scenes are my favorite, not sure why I guess growing up in MN, wintertime was spent outside playing in the snow or running my father’s n scale empire.  Keep in mind, most sets are sold without tracks.  You can use either Marklin or Rokuhan on most.

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Benefits of Noch Z Scale Preformed Layouts

  1. Easy Setup: One of the biggest advantages of Noch Z Scale Preformed Layouts is their ease of setup. They come fully assembled, so all you need to do is unpack them, place them on a suitable surface, and you’re ready to go. No more hours spent on building complex layouts from scratch!
  2. Realistic Details: Despite their small size, Noch Z Scale Preformed Layouts are packed with intricate and realistic details. From beautifully landscaped terrain to tiny buildings, bridges, and figures, these layouts offer an immersive experience that captures the essence of a real-world scene.
  3. Space Efficiency: Z Scale layouts are known for their space-saving nature, and Noch Preformed Layouts are no exception. Whether you have limited room in your home or prefer a compact setup, these layouts allow you to create a captivating model railroad in a small footprint.  The smaller layouts are a great center piece and can be powered with simple battery controller.
  4. Customization Options: While Noch Z Scale Preformed Layouts come ready to use, they also provide ample room for customization. You can add your personal touches, such as additional scenery elements, figurines, or even modify the existing layout to suit your vision. The flexibility offered by these layouts ensures that you can create a unique and personalized model railroad.

Choosing the Right Noch Z Scale Preformed Layout

Noch offers a wide range of Z Scale Preformed Layouts, each with its own theme and design. Whether you’re interested in recreating a bustling cityscape, a serene countryside, or a mountainous landscape, there is a layout to match your preferences. Consider factors such as available space, desired level of complexity, and your preferred scenery to choose the perfect layout for your needs.  Also keep in mind the size of locomotives and freight you will be running.  Think along the lines of small SW switchers and Marklin 0-6-0 locomotives

Tips for Enhancing Your Noch Z Scale Preformed Layout

  1. Lighting: Adding lighting to your layout can bring it to life. Consider using miniature LED lights to create realistic day and night scenes, adding depth and ambiance to your model railroad. To me, this is a must!
  2. Foliage and Scenery: Enhance the visual appeal of your layout by adding foliage, trees, and other scenic elements. Noch offers a wide range of realistic vegetation and landscaping materials that can transform your layout into a breathtaking masterpiece.
  3. Weathering: Applying weathering techniques to your buildings, vehicles, and tracks can add a touch of realism to your layout. Experiment with paints, powders, and washes to give them a weathered and aged appearance.

So there you have it. A Noch preformed layout will get you up and running in a short amount of time. From there, with a little patience and time, you can customize your layout with all sorts of little details and scenery, to make it truly your own. You will be well on your way in the great little world of z scale model railroading.

New From AZL For March 1st 2022

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New Haven PA-17

For the second PA1 release, AZL brings you New Haven in the striking McGinnis paint scheme! While the PA1 were designed for passenger service, the New Haven used these unit to pull freight as well. AZL Is offering the locomotive in two different road nubmers.   Contact you favorite AZL dealer now.

Another 8,000 Gallon Tanker

I really like the 8,000 Gallon tanker series AZL has produced. This month a single care is availalbe for the Paluxy Asphalt Companty, road number SHPX 4034. Contact you favorite AZL dealer now.

Western Pacific SW1500

Many of you have been waiting for the WP SW1500 and here it is available in 3 different road numbers. As a bonus, AZL’s Innovation Lab is including two adapters that allow the SW1500 to be retrofitted with Micro-TriainsTM 905 couplers. Click for list of authorized AZL dealers if you don’t alread have a favorite or if he is sold out.

Note: We are advising customers not to attempt to remove the shells of the SW1500s. Doing so may result in damage to the locomotive’s shells.

New AZL Releases 2.1.22

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NEW Burlington Zephyr E-7

Available in two diiferent road numbers. The Burlington Zephyrs were synonymous with the classic American streamlined passenger trains. The streaks of silver would be seen running the rails through the mid-west and beyond. Classic names of these trains included: Twin Zephyrs, Silver Streak Zephyr, Pioneer Zephyr, Mark Twain Zephyr, Zephyr Rockets, Texas Zephyrs and others!    Contact you favorite AZL dealer now.

And to go with your new locomotive……….

AZL is releasing a number of cars that ran in Zephyr service as well as corresponding EMD E7s. The domes alone will stand out in any train! Contact you favorite AZL dealer now.

Norfolk & Southern SW1500

Three road numbers are available for the NS SW1500.

The SW1500s feature numerous prototype specific details, traction tires, blacken metal-wheels, innovative drive train and truck design, directional-controlled LEDs and AZL’s AutoLatchTM couplers.

As a bonus, AZL’s Innovation Lab is including two adapters that allow the SW1500 to be retrofitted with Micro-TriainsTM 905 couplers. Click for list of authorized AZL dealers if you don’t alread have a favorite or if he is sold out.

Note: We are advising customers not to attempt to remove the shells of the SW1500s. Doing so may result in damage to the locomotive’s shells.

New Tankers Added

1917 8,000 Gallon Tank Cars for The Akin Gas Company have been added in a single, two car and four car offering. Available from you AZL dealer

53’ Container – Pacer StackTrain

For your container needs, a new 53′ container has been added to the line up this month as well.

New AZL Z Scale Releases 1.15.22

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R-70-20 SPFE Reefers

I can’t see these lasting long! The SPFE R-70-20 Reefer is available in a four car set, two car set and a single. The biggest complaint with the SPFE cars continues to be, not enough! Check your favorite AZL dealer now.

VIA E-8 Locomotives

If you are a VIA fan, you now have E-8’s to add to your roster. 2 Road numbers available. Click here for authorized dealer list or visit AZLDirect.Com

Kansas City Central SW1500

Just a few months ago, production z scale switchers didn’t exist. Now there are 7 roads with more to come. KCS now available in 2 road numbers. Click here for authorized dealer list or visit AZLDirect.Com

New Z Releases 1.22

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El Capitan Sets & More From AZL

Here you go, the first new release for 2022 from American Z Line. First up the El Capitan. Available in 3 differen eleven car sets and an add on set as well. Also F-7 A/B sets with 300 series numbers.

The Santa Fe El Capitan was the economy coach counterpart to the all Pullman Santa Fe Super Chief. Starting in the mid-1950s, the El Capitan pioneered Hi-Level cars developed by the Budd Company. By raising the passenger section, Budd could move all of the supporting equipment below the floor boards, eliminate vestibules, and extend the seating area to the entire length of the car. Not only did this provide a better view out of the higher seating location, but it also increased seating capacity for each car. The El Capitan ran on the same schedule and route as the Super Chief, and offered a quality experience, with full dining and lounge cars, at an affordable price. These Budd Hi-Level cars became the model for modern Amtrak Superliner cars, which are now the backbone of long haul trains in America. Our Santa Fe El Capitan models the train as it appeared in August of 1956. It includes a typical consists of Baggage, Dorm / Hi-Level Transition, Step-Up Hi-Level Coach, Hi-Level Coach, Dining and Lounge cars. The last Step-Up Coach includes a rear drumhead logo of the El Capitan. The packaging includes cavities for four EMD F3/7 units in an A-B-B-A configuration that was typical motive power for the Santa Fe’s El Capitan.

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UP SW1500 Locomotives



Also another SW1500 out today in 3 different road numbers. I am sure these will sell out fast, contact you dealer now if you are a UP guy!

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Full Throttle

In case you missed the latest from Full Throttle, here are the last two releases. A very sharp Monon Hopper Set and a CPWX 51’ Covered Cylindrical Hopper Set. Click here for a list of Full Throttle Dealers

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