Toy train
 0 gauge toy train made by Distler operated by clockwork around 1950 | |
| Type | toy train |
|---|---|
| Company | Various |
| Materials | various |
A toy train is a toy that represents a train. It is distinguished from a model train by an emphasis on low cost and durability, rather than scale modeling. A toy train can be as simple as a toy that can run on a track, or it might be operated by electricity, clockwork or live steam. It is typically constructed from wood, plastic or metal. Many of today's model trains could be considered toy trains, provided they are not strictly to scale or are less detailed in favor of a sturdiness appropriate for children or inexpensive production.