Model Railroading

Model Railroad Scratch Building Materials & Supplies

Build custom railroad structures, trackside details and miniature scenes with Model Railroading Scratch Building materials from MegaHobby. Scratch building allows railroaders to create structures and components tailored to a particular layout rather than relying exclusively on ready-made kits.

From industrial buildings and platforms to small architectural features and custom scenery, raw materials give modelers the freedom to represent specific prototypes and develop unique railroad environments.

Scratch Build Model Railroad Structures

Custom buildings can represent industries, stations, warehouses and other structures that define the setting of a model railroad. Builders can select materials based on the scale, dimensions and appearance of the intended prototype.

HO, N & O Scale Projects

Scratch building can support HO Scale, N Scale and O Scale railroads. Material dimensions should be chosen for the scale being modeled.

Styrene, Metal & Structural Shapes

Explore Styrene Sheets and Strips, Brass Strips, Brass Tubing and Aluminum Tubing and Sheets for fabrication materials.

Custom Siding & Roofing

Browse Groove Siding, Tiles, Roofing, Shingles for architectural textures used on custom railroad buildings.

Build Trackside & Industrial Details

Raw materials can help create platforms, loading docks, equipment supports, fences and other features that make railroad scenes more convincing.

Paint & Weather Railroad Structures

Visit the Paint Store for railroad and architectural colors. Explore Weathering Products for rust, fading, grime and other effects.

Tools for Scratch Building

Browse Tools & Supplies for cutting, measuring, adhesives and assembly equipment. Return to Scratch Building for the complete raw-material department.

MegaHobby's Model Railroading Scratch Building collection helps railroaders fabricate custom structures and details that give their layouts greater individuality and prototype character.